What are the main factors that influence a Boat Driver's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Boat Driver?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Boat Driver roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Boat Driver's salary?

A Boat Driver's salary grows with experience: a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator I (0-1 years)earns $35,585, a Boat Driver (1-3 years)earns $44,119, a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $49,069,

What are the highest paying states for a Boat Driver?

Boat Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Boat Driver roles are District of Columbia $47,881, California $47,699, Massachusetts $47,064. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Boat Driver roles make?

Salaries for Boat Driver level roles vary by specialization: Boat Builder: $63,968; Boat Captain: $53,910; Boat Sales: $51,361; Boat Salesman: $49,128; Boat Operator: $47,849.

Boat Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Boat Driver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Boat Driver in Delaware is $43,794 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,115 to $48,137
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,855

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Boat Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,137	$4,011	$926	$23
Average	$43,794	$3,650	$842	$21
25th Percentile	$39,115	$3,260	$752	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Boat Driver Salaries

A Boat Driver'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 Boat Driver 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 Boat Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,881.
California: $47,699.
Massachusetts: $47,064.

District of Columbia $47,881 California $47,699 Massachusetts $47,064 Washington $46,891 New Jersey $46,873 Alaska $46,813 Connecticut $46,216 New York $45,974

Hawaii $45,200 Rhode Island $44,836 Maryland $44,590 Minnesota $44,253 Colorado $44,123 Illinois $44,080 Oregon $43,915 Delaware $43,794

New Hampshire $43,718 Virginia $43,548 Pennsylvania $43,050 Nevada $42,800 North Dakota $42,717 Michigan $42,588 Wisconsin $42,540 Vermont $42,445

Texas $42,181 Maine $42,164 Arizona $42,138 Ohio $42,108 Georgia $41,710 Indiana $41,511 Wyoming $41,472 Utah $41,411

Iowa $41,385 Kansas $41,178 Louisiana $41,117 North Carolina $41,096 Missouri $41,087 Florida $40,918 Montana $40,828 Nebraska $40,741

Kentucky $40,694 South Carolina $40,521 Tennessee $40,412 Idaho $40,369 New Mexico $40,054 Oklahoma $39,984 Alabama $39,729 South Dakota $39,301

Arkansas $39,068 West Virginia $38,942 Mississippi $38,566

Top Paying Cities for Boat Drivers

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: $43,597
Little Creek: $43,916
Magnolia: $43,853

Lincoln, DE $43,597 Little Creek, DE $43,916 Magnolia, DE $43,853 Milford, DE $43,708 Marydel, DE $43,780 Millsboro, DE $43,414 Millville, DE $43,481 Milton, DE $43,556

Nassau, DE $43,588 Ocean View, DE $43,474 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,557 Seaford, DE $43,582 Selbyville, DE $43,402 Smyrna, DE $43,946 Viola, DE $43,744 Woodside, DE $43,862

Bear, DE $43,760 Newark, DE $43,744 Claymont, DE $43,834 Delaware City, DE $43,788 Hockessin, DE $43,740 Kirkwood, DE $43,780 Middletown, DE $43,796 Montchanin, DE $43,750

New Castle, DE $43,757 Odessa, DE $43,818 Port Penn, DE $43,847 Rockland, DE $43,754 Saint Georges, DE $43,783 Townsend, DE $43,850 Winterthur, DE $43,760 Lewes, DE $43,573

Wilmington, DE $43,742 Dover, DE $43,916 Dover Afb, DE $43,685 Bethany Beach, DE $43,428 Bethel, DE $43,473 Bridgeville, DE $43,575 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,792 Cheswold, DE $43,902

Clayton, DE $43,903 Dagsboro, DE $43,398 Delmar, DE $43,328 Ellendale, DE $43,459 Felton, DE $43,704 Fenwick Island, DE $43,407 Frankford, DE $43,331 Frederica, DE $43,748

Georgetown, DE $43,381 Greenwood, DE $43,582 Harbeson, DE $43,427 Harrington, DE $43,649 Hartly, DE $43,785 Houston, DE $43,587 Kenton, DE $43,905 Laurel, DE $43,355

Yorklyn, DE $43,753

Boat Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Boat Driver roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Durable, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Boat Driver positions in Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Boat Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Boat Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$48,174	$23.0	10%

Boat Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Boat Driver'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 July 01, 2026

$39,115

Average $43,794/year

$48,137

$3,260

Average $3,650/month

$4,011

$752

Average $842/week

$926

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,137	$4,011	$926	$23
Average	$43,794	$3,650	$842	$21
25th Percentile	$39,115	$3,260	$752	$19

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