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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Boat Operator?

Boat Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Boat Operator roles are District of Columbia $52,781, California $52,581, Massachusetts $51,880. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Boat Operator roles make?

Salaries for Boat Operator level roles vary by specialization: Boat Builder: $63,748; Boat Captain: $53,892; Boat Sales: $51,370; Boat Salesman: $48,946; Boat Driver: $43,245.

Boat Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Boat Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Boat Operator in Rhode Island is $49,425 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,462
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,717 to $55,726
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,251

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Boat Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,726	$4,644	$1,072	$27
Average	$49,425	$4,119	$950	$24
25th Percentile	$46,717	$3,893	$898	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Boat Operator Salaries

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

How Do Boat 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 Boat Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,781.
California: $52,581.
Massachusetts: $51,880.

District of Columbia $52,781 California $52,581 Massachusetts $51,880 Washington $51,690 New Jersey $51,671 Alaska $51,604 Connecticut $50,946 New York $50,679

Hawaii $49,826 Rhode Island $49,425 Maryland $49,154 Minnesota $48,782 Colorado $48,639 Illinois $48,591 Oregon $48,410 Delaware $48,276

New Hampshire $48,193 Virginia $48,005 Pennsylvania $47,456 Nevada $47,180 North Dakota $47,089 Michigan $46,946 Wisconsin $46,894 Vermont $46,789

Texas $46,498 Maine $46,479 Arizona $46,451 Ohio $46,417 Georgia $45,979 Indiana $45,759 Wyoming $45,716 Utah $45,650

Iowa $45,621 Kansas $45,392 Louisiana $45,326 North Carolina $45,302 Missouri $45,292 Florida $45,106 Montana $45,006 Nebraska $44,911

Kentucky $44,858 South Carolina $44,668 Tennessee $44,549 Idaho $44,501 New Mexico $44,153 Oklahoma $44,077 Alabama $43,795 South Dakota $43,323

Arkansas $43,066 West Virginia $42,928 Mississippi $42,513

Top Paying Cities for Boat 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: $50,043
Albion: $49,620
Ashaway: $49,948

Adamsville, RI $50,043 Albion, RI $49,620 Ashaway, RI $49,948 Barrington, RI $49,490 Block Island, RI $49,765 Bradford, RI $49,918 Bristol, RI $49,680 Carolina, RI $49,836

Charlestown, RI $49,854 Chepachet, RI $49,755 Clayville, RI $49,616 Coventry, RI $49,618 West Greenwich, RI $49,755 East Greenwich, RI $49,585 Exeter, RI $49,741 Fiskeville, RI $49,489

Forestdale, RI $49,870 Foster, RI $49,728 Glendale, RI $49,874 Greene, RI $49,794 Greenville, RI $49,508 Harmony, RI $49,572 Harrisville, RI $49,852 Hope, RI $49,520

Hope Valley, RI $49,904 Hopkinton, RI $49,970 Jamestown, RI $49,803 Kenyon, RI $49,830 Little Compton, RI $50,035 Manville, RI $49,686 Mapleville, RI $49,764 Newport, RI $49,853

Middletown, RI $49,875 North Kingstown, RI $49,670 North Scituate, RI $49,572 Oakland, RI $49,818 Pascoag, RI $49,885 Pawtucket, RI $49,416 Central Falls, RI $49,438 Cumberland, RI $49,718

Lincoln, RI $49,487 Portsmouth, RI $49,848 Prudence Island, RI $49,746 Rockville, RI $49,963 Saunderstown, RI $49,773 Shannock, RI $49,832 Slatersville, RI $49,871 Slocum, RI $49,772

Tiverton, RI $50,000 Wakefield, RI $49,816 Kingston, RI $49,797 Narragansett, RI $49,830 Peace Dale, RI $49,810 Warren, RI $49,617 Warwick, RI $49,479 Westerly, RI $49,960

West Kingston, RI $49,812 West Warwick, RI $49,540 Wood River Junction, RI $49,883 Woonsocket, RI $49,873 North Smithfield, RI $49,759 Wyoming, RI $49,832 Providence, RI $49,401 Cranston, RI $49,408

North Providence, RI $49,414 East Providence, RI $49,405 Riverside, RI $49,421 Rumford, RI $49,413 Smithfield, RI $49,513 Johnston, RI $49,431

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

Understanding how a Boat 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

$46,717

Average $49,425/year

$55,726

$3,893

Average $4,119/month

$4,644

$898

Average $950/week

$1,072

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,726	$4,644	$1,072	$27
Average	$49,425	$4,119	$950	$24
25th Percentile	$46,717	$3,893	$898	$22

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