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 $45,430, an Ferry Operator (1-3 years)earns $51,316, an Injection Molding Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $59,917,

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 $56,090, California $55,877, Massachusetts $55,133. 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: $95,354; Ferry Boat Captain: $94,185; Operator, Assembly Operator: $55,883; Crane/Tower Operator: $54,387; Crane Operator: $52,044.

Ferry Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Ferry Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ferry Operator in Rhode Island is $52,524 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): $63,602
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,615 to $58,322
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,145

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Ferry Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,322	$4,860	$1,122	$28
Average	$52,524	$4,377	$1,010	$25
25th Percentile	$47,615	$3,968	$916	$23

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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: $56,090.
California: $55,877.
Massachusetts: $55,133.

District of Columbia $56,090 California $55,877 Massachusetts $55,133 Washington $54,930 New Jersey $54,910 Alaska $54,839 Connecticut $54,140 New York $53,856

Hawaii $52,949 Rhode Island $52,524 Maryland $52,235 Minnesota $51,840 Colorado $51,688 Illinois $51,637 Oregon $51,445 Delaware $51,303

New Hampshire $51,214 Virginia $51,014 Pennsylvania $50,431 Nevada $50,138 North Dakota $50,041 Michigan $49,889 Wisconsin $49,834 Vermont $49,722

Texas $49,413 Maine $49,393 Arizona $49,363 Ohio $49,327 Georgia $48,861 Indiana $48,628 Wyoming $48,582 Utah $48,511

Iowa $48,481 Kansas $48,238 Louisiana $48,167 North Carolina $48,142 Missouri $48,131 Florida $47,934 Montana $47,828 Nebraska $47,726

Kentucky $47,670 South Carolina $47,468 Tennessee $47,341 Idaho $47,291 New Mexico $46,921 Oklahoma $46,840 Alabama $46,541 South Dakota $46,039

Arkansas $45,766 West Virginia $45,619 Mississippi $45,178

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:

Adamsville: $53,180
Albion: $52,731
Ashaway: $53,079

Adamsville, RI $53,180 Albion, RI $52,731 Ashaway, RI $53,079 Barrington, RI $52,592 Block Island, RI $52,885 Bradford, RI $53,047 Bristol, RI $52,795 Carolina, RI $52,960

Charlestown, RI $52,979 Chepachet, RI $52,874 Clayville, RI $52,726 Coventry, RI $52,729 West Greenwich, RI $52,874 East Greenwich, RI $52,693 Exeter, RI $52,860 Fiskeville, RI $52,591

Forestdale, RI $52,996 Foster, RI $52,846 Glendale, RI $53,000 Greene, RI $52,915 Greenville, RI $52,611 Harmony, RI $52,679 Harrisville, RI $52,978 Hope, RI $52,624

Hope Valley, RI $53,033 Hopkinton, RI $53,103 Jamestown, RI $52,925 Kenyon, RI $52,953 Little Compton, RI $53,172 Manville, RI $52,800 Mapleville, RI $52,884 Newport, RI $52,979

Middletown, RI $53,002 North Kingstown, RI $52,784 North Scituate, RI $52,680 Oakland, RI $52,941 Pascoag, RI $53,013 Pawtucket, RI $52,514 Central Falls, RI $52,537 Cumberland, RI $52,835

Lincoln, RI $52,590 Portsmouth, RI $52,973 Prudence Island, RI $52,864 Rockville, RI $53,095 Saunderstown, RI $52,893 Shannock, RI $52,956 Slatersville, RI $52,997 Slocum, RI $52,892

Tiverton, RI $53,134 Wakefield, RI $52,939 Kingston, RI $52,918 Narragansett, RI $52,953 Peace Dale, RI $52,932 Warren, RI $52,728 Warwick, RI $52,581 Westerly, RI $53,092

West Kingston, RI $52,935 West Warwick, RI $52,645 Wood River Junction, RI $53,011 Woonsocket, RI $52,999 North Smithfield, RI $52,879 Wyoming, RI $52,956 Providence, RI $52,498 Cranston, RI $52,505

North Providence, RI $52,512 East Providence, RI $52,502 Riverside, RI $52,519 Rumford, RI $52,511 Smithfield, RI $52,617 Johnston, RI $52,529

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 May 01, 2026

$47,615

Average $52,524/year

$58,322

$3,968

Average $4,377/month

$4,860

$916

Average $1,010/week

$1,122

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,322	$4,860	$1,122	$28
Average	$52,524	$4,377	$1,010	$25
25th Percentile	$47,615	$3,968	$916	$23

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