What are the main factors that influence a Ferry Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Ferry Operator's salary?

A Ferry Operator's salary grows with experience: an Injection Molding Machine Operator I (0-1 years)earns $44,372, an Ferry Operator (1-3 years)earns $50,119, an Injection Molding Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $58,513,

What are the highest paying states for a Ferry Operator?

Ferry Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ferry Operator roles are District of Columbia $56,083, California $55,870, Massachusetts $55,126. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ferry Operator roles make?

Salaries for Ferry Operator level roles vary by specialization: Ferry Captain: $95,348; Ferry Boat Captain: $94,179; Operator, Assembly Operator: $55,869; Crane/Tower Operator: $54,294; Crane Operator: $52,040.

Ferry Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Ferry Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ferry Operator in Delaware is $51,296 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,096
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,504 to $56,949
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,140

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Ferry Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,949	$4,746	$1,095	$27
Average	$51,296	$4,275	$986	$25
25th Percentile	$46,504	$3,875	$894	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Ferry Operator Salaries

A Ferry Operator'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 Do Ferry Operator 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 Ferry Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,083.
California: $55,870.
Massachusetts: $55,126.

District of Columbia $56,083 California $55,870 Massachusetts $55,126 Washington $54,923 New Jersey $54,903 Alaska $54,832 Connecticut $54,133 New York $53,849

Hawaii $52,943 Rhode Island $52,517 Maryland $52,228 Minnesota $51,833 Colorado $51,681 Illinois $51,631 Oregon $51,438 Delaware $51,296

New Hampshire $51,207 Virginia $51,008 Pennsylvania $50,425 Nevada $50,131 North Dakota $50,035 Michigan $49,883 Wisconsin $49,827 Vermont $49,716

Texas $49,407 Maine $49,387 Arizona $49,356 Ohio $49,321 Georgia $48,855 Indiana $48,622 Wyoming $48,576 Utah $48,505

Iowa $48,475 Kansas $48,232 Louisiana $48,161 North Carolina $48,136 Missouri $48,126 Florida $47,928 Montana $47,822 Nebraska $47,720

Kentucky $47,665 South Carolina $47,462 Tennessee $47,335 Idaho $47,285 New Mexico $46,915 Oklahoma $46,834 Alabama $46,535 South Dakota $46,034

Arkansas $45,760 West Virginia $45,613 Mississippi $45,172

Top Paying Cities for Ferry Operators

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:

Lincoln: $53,090
Little Creek: $52,598
Magnolia: $52,816

Lincoln, DE $53,090 Little Creek, DE $52,598 Magnolia, DE $52,816 Milford, DE $53,090 Marydel, DE $52,401 Millsboro, DE $53,090 Millville, DE $53,444 Milton, DE $53,090

Nassau, DE $53,090 Ocean View, DE $53,444 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,444 Seaford, DE $52,532 Selbyville, DE $53,444 Smyrna, DE $52,340 Viola, DE $52,816 Woodside, DE $52,664

Bear, DE $51,955 Newark, DE $51,975 Claymont, DE $52,016 Delaware City, DE $51,975 Hockessin, DE $52,016 Kirkwood, DE $51,975 Middletown, DE $52,233 Montchanin, DE $52,016

New Castle, DE $52,016 Odessa, DE $52,304 Port Penn, DE $51,833 Rockland, DE $52,016 Saint Georges, DE $51,975 Townsend, DE $52,228 Winterthur, DE $52,016 Lewes, DE $53,090

Wilmington, DE $52,016 Dover, DE $52,573 Dover Afb, DE $52,694 Bethany Beach, DE $53,444 Bethel, DE $52,532 Bridgeville, DE $53,090 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,629 Cheswold, DE $52,451

Clayton, DE $52,320 Dagsboro, DE $53,444 Delmar, DE $52,532 Ellendale, DE $53,090 Felton, DE $53,090 Fenwick Island, DE $53,444 Frankford, DE $53,444 Frederica, DE $53,090

Georgetown, DE $53,090 Greenwood, DE $53,090 Harbeson, DE $53,090 Harrington, DE $53,090 Hartly, DE $52,294 Houston, DE $53,090 Kenton, DE $52,320 Laurel, DE $52,532

Yorklyn, DE $52,016

Ferry Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ferry Operator'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 April 01, 2026

$46,504

Average $51,296/year

$56,949

$3,875

Average $4,275/month

$4,746

$894

Average $986/week

$1,095

$22

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,949	$4,746	$1,095	$27
Average	$51,296	$4,275	$986	$25
25th Percentile	$46,504	$3,875	$894	$22

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