As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ordinary Seaman in Idaho is $46,263, equivalent to $22 per hour, $890 weekly, or $3,855 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ordinary Seaman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ordinary Seaman in Idaho vary widely, spanning from $29,334 to $65,497. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,401) and 75th percentile ($56,331), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,497 per year. This $18,930 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Safety Regulations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Idaho Ordinary Seaman often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 32 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 nationwide for Ordinary Seaman job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Ordinary Seaman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ordinary Seaman Salary $29,334 ID August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ordinary Seaman Salary $37,401 ID August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ordinary Seaman Salary $46,263 ID August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ordinary Seaman Salary $56,331 ID August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ordinary Seaman Salary $65,497 ID August 01, 2026
25% $37,401 10% $29,334 90% $65,497 75% $56,331 $46,263 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ordinary Seaman ?

An ordinary seaman (OS) is a naval rating of the deck department of a ship. The position is an apprenticeship to become an able seaman, and has been for centuries. In modern times, an OS is required to work on a ship for a specific amount of time, gaining what is referred to as "sea time". For centuries, the term ordinary seaman was used to refer to a seaman with between one and two years' experience at sea, who showed enough seamanship to be so rated by their captain. An OS is generally not required to stand watch, but must pass examinations on watchstanding skills such as performing look...

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Location Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $43,681 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $44,972 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $44,909 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $44,924 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $44,433 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $43,683 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $44,860 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $43,580 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $45,020 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $47,288 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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