Vessel Operator Salary in Philadelphia, PA

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How much does a Vessel Operator make in Philadelphia, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Vessel Operator in Philadelphia, PA is $51,323. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $45,827 to $58,093, with most professionals earning between $40,823 and $64,257.

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Average Salary Range for Vessel Operator in Philadelphia, PA

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Vessel Operator in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Vessel Operator in Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Vessel Operator ranges from $45,827 to $58,093 with the average base salary of $51,323. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,463 to $59,286 with the average total cash compensation of $52,215.

View Average Salary for Vessel Operator as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $51,323 $45,827 - $58,093
Bonus $891 $636 - $1,193
Total Pay $52,215 $46,463 - $59,286
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Vessel Operator Salary Near Philadelphia, PA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Camden, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,827 - $58,093 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA 0%
CITY, STATE West Chester, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,937 - $56,965 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Doylestown, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,353 - $60,027 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Trenton, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,498 - $60,211 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Wilmington, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,025 - $57,076 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE New Castle, DE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,025 - $57,076 COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
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