What are the main factors that influence a Marine Pilot's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Marine Pilot's salary?

A Marine Pilot's salary grows with experience: a Vendor Managed Inventory Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $57,417, a Vendor Managed Inventory Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $69,588, a Marine Pilot (4-7 years)earns $91,805, a Vendor Managed Inventory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $92,966, a Vendor Managed Inventory Manager (7+ years)earns $113,033,

What are the highest paying states for a Marine Pilot?

Marine Pilot salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Marine Pilot roles are District of Columbia $95,990, California $95,626, Massachusetts $94,352. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Marine Pilot roles make?

Salaries for Marine Pilot level roles vary by specialization: Pilot IV: $196,644; Pilot III: $164,637; Pilot I: $116,449; Helicopter Pilot: $93,718; Marine Corps Pilot: $89,629.

Marine Pilot Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Marine Pilot make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Marine Pilot in Rhode Island is $89,887 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Marine Pilot's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,830
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,680 to $99,802
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,298

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Marine Pilot Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,802	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$89,887	$7,491	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$80,680	$6,723	$1,552	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Marine Pilot Salaries

A Marine Pilot's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Marine Pilot Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Marine Pilot's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,417
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,588
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,805
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,966
Expert (over 8 years): $113,033

Levels	Salary
Vendor Ma... Level Marine Pilot	$57,417
Vendor Ma... Level Marine Pilot	$69,588
Marine Pi... Level Marine Pilot	$91,805
Vendor Ma... Level Marine Pilot	$92,966
Vendor Ma... Level Marine Pilot	$113,033

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How Do Marine Pilot Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Marine Pilots. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,990.
California: $95,626.
Massachusetts: $94,352.

District of Columbia $95,990 California $95,626 Massachusetts $94,352 Washington $94,005 New Jersey $93,970 Alaska $93,849 Connecticut $92,652 New York $92,167

Hawaii $90,615 Rhode Island $89,887 Maryland $89,393 Minnesota $88,716 Colorado $88,456 Illinois $88,370 Oregon $88,040 Delaware $87,797

New Hampshire $87,645 Virginia $87,303 Pennsylvania $86,306 Nevada $85,803 North Dakota $85,639 Michigan $85,379 Wisconsin $85,283 Vermont $85,093

Texas $84,564 Maine $84,529 Arizona $84,477 Ohio $84,416 Georgia $83,619 Indiana $83,220 Wyoming $83,142 Utah $83,020

Iowa $82,968 Kansas $82,552 Louisiana $82,431 North Carolina $82,388 Missouri $82,370 Florida $82,032 Montana $81,850 Nebraska $81,677

Kentucky $81,581 South Carolina $81,235 Tennessee $81,018 Idaho $80,931 New Mexico $80,298 Oklahoma $80,159 Alabama $79,648 South Dakota $78,790

Arkansas $78,322 West Virginia $78,070 Mississippi $77,316

Top Paying Cities for Marine Pilots

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $91,010
Albion: $90,241
Ashaway: $90,838

Adamsville, RI $91,010 Albion, RI $90,241 Ashaway, RI $90,838 Barrington, RI $90,004 Block Island, RI $90,505 Bradford, RI $90,783 Bristol, RI $90,351 Carolina, RI $90,633

Charlestown, RI $90,666 Chepachet, RI $90,486 Clayville, RI $90,234 Coventry, RI $90,238 West Greenwich, RI $90,487 East Greenwich, RI $90,177 Exeter, RI $90,462 Fiskeville, RI $90,002

Forestdale, RI $90,696 Foster, RI $90,438 Glendale, RI $90,703 Greene, RI $90,557 Greenville, RI $90,037 Harmony, RI $90,153 Harrisville, RI $90,664 Hope, RI $90,058

Hope Valley, RI $90,758 Hopkinton, RI $90,878 Jamestown, RI $90,574 Kenyon, RI $90,622 Little Compton, RI $90,997 Manville, RI $90,360 Mapleville, RI $90,503 Newport, RI $90,665

Middletown, RI $90,705 North Kingstown, RI $90,332 North Scituate, RI $90,154 Oakland, RI $90,601 Pascoag, RI $90,723 Pawtucket, RI $89,869 Central Falls, RI $89,909 Cumberland, RI $90,420

Lincoln, RI $90,000 Portsmouth, RI $90,656 Prudence Island, RI $90,469 Rockville, RI $90,864 Saunderstown, RI $90,520 Shannock, RI $90,627 Slatersville, RI $90,697 Slocum, RI $90,517

Tiverton, RI $90,932 Wakefield, RI $90,597 Kingston, RI $90,562 Narragansett, RI $90,622 Peace Dale, RI $90,586 Warren, RI $90,236 Warwick, RI $89,985 Westerly, RI $90,860

West Kingston, RI $90,591 West Warwick, RI $90,095 Wood River Junction, RI $90,720 Woonsocket, RI $90,701 North Smithfield, RI $90,495 Wyoming, RI $90,627 Providence, RI $89,843 Cranston, RI $89,856

North Providence, RI $89,866 East Providence, RI $89,850 Riverside, RI $89,878 Rumford, RI $89,865 Smithfield, RI $90,047 Johnston, RI $89,896

Marine Pilot Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Marine Pilot's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$80,680

Average $89,887/year

$99,802

$6,723

Average $7,491/month

$8,317

$1,552

Average $1,729/week

$1,919

$39

Average $43/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,802	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$89,887	$7,491	$1,729	$43
25th Percentile	$80,680	$6,723	$1,552	$39

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