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How Much Does a Tug Boat Captain Make in New Jersey?

Updated March 26, 2024

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$113,593/yr

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Low $98,471

Average $113,593

High $127,857

The average salary for Tug Boat Captain is $113,593 per year in New Jersey.

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East Coast Tiki Tours Boat Captain	$71,456/yr	$63,015 $79,897 RANGE: $63,015 - $79,897
Freedom Boat Club Boat Training Captain	$73,601/yr	$65,631 $81,572 RANGE: $65,631 - $81,572
Solairus Aviation Captain	$183,632/yr	$155,751 $211,513 RANGE: $155,751 - $211,513
Centerline Logistics Corporation Captain	$245,805/yr	$203,143 $288,468 RANGE: $203,143 - $288,468
Clarks Landing Yacht Club Boat Rigger	$70,074/yr	$60,868 $79,280 RANGE: $60,868 - $79,280
Clarks Landing Yacht Club Boat Detailer	$59,151/yr	$51,016 $67,286 RANGE: $51,016 - $67,286
NJ Department of Environmental Protection Boat Attendant	$52,456/yr	$45,365 $59,547 RANGE: $45,365 - $59,547
MarineMax Brand Boat Washer	$58,725/yr	$51,776 $65,674 RANGE: $51,776 - $65,674
MarineMax Boat Washer	$61,106/yr	$53,932 $68,281 RANGE: $53,932 - $68,281
Constellation Event Captain	$193,251/yr	$162,661 $223,841 RANGE: $162,661 - $223,841

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Tug Boat Captain Jobs in New Jersey

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Tug Boat Captain can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Tug Boat Captain job salaries in New Jersey. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Tug Boat Captain jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Tug Boat Captain positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Tug Boat Captain salary is higher than other cities in New Jersey. Jersey City takes first place in this list, followed by Union City, Hoboken. The Tug Boat Captain salary is $121,056 in Jersey City, which is higher than the national average. There are 33 cities' Tug Boat Captain salary higher than national average in New Jersey.

The average salary for a Tug Boat Captain in New Jersey is $113,593, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Tug Boat Captain jobs is Jersey City, NJ, and it is higher than Union City. Tug Boat Captain jobs in Jersey City can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in New Jersey.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Jersey City	$121,056	$10,088	$2,328	$58
Union City	$121,056	$10,088	$2,328	$58
Hoboken	$121,056	$10,088	$2,328	$58
West New York	$121,056	$10,088	$2,328	$58
Paramus	$119,397	$9,950	$2,296	$57
Paterson	$119,294	$9,941	$2,294	$57
Clifton	$119,294	$9,941	$2,294	$57
Passaic	$119,294	$9,941	$2,294	$57
Bloomfield	$119,294	$9,941	$2,294	$57
Wayne	$119,294	$9,941	$2,294	$57

What Does a Tug Boat Captain Do?

Tugboat captains are hired to pilot boats that bump, push and pull larger vessels through waterways and into and out of ports.

Updated December 18, 2021

Nicknamed a “Pocket Yacht,” the Ranger Tug also earned the moniker, “Swiss Army Knife” of boats as it opens, twists and folds up like a tool to maximizes every inch of space for indoor living and outdoor activity.

Updated December 05, 2021

And other recreational boats, mostly in cases where the person in command of the boat may not be a licensed or professional captain, suggesting the term is less formal.

Updated November 25, 2021

The captain gave orders to tell the coastguard that they had had a "failure" and needed help from tug boats.

Updated November 24, 2021

Like relief captain jobs on various schooners, water taxi and tow boat jobs, and tour boat and ferry captain work.

Updated November 22, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Tug Boat Captain Salaries

What is the average of a Tug Boat Captain in New Jersey?

The Tug Boat Captain salary range is from $98,471 to $127,857, and the average Tug Boat Captain salary is $113,593/year in New Jersey. The Tug Boat Captain's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Tug Boat Captain salary in the United States?

The Tug Boat Captain salary in San Jose, CA is $130,073 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Tug Boat Captain's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Tug Boat Captain.

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