What is the average hourly wage for Ship Engineers?

The median hourly wage for Ship Engineers is $42.56 per hour. This translates to approximately $88,530 per year working full-time.

What states pay Ship Engineers the most?

Salaries for Ship Engineers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a ship engineer?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Ship Engineers Salary

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Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$88,530

$42.56 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$46,921 - $152,272

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

7,120

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Ship Engineers Salary by Percentile

$46,921 $152,272

10th pct Median: $88,530 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$46,921	$22.56
25th Percentile	$63,742	$30.65
50th (Median)	$88,530	$42.56
75th Percentile	$122,171	$58.74
90th (Top Earners)	$152,272	$73.21
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Ship Engineers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$116,860	$56.18
2	California (CA)	$110,663	$53.20
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$108,007	$51.93
4	New York (NY)	$108,007	$51.93
5	Connecticut (CT)	$104,465	$50.22
6	Maryland (MD)	$104,465	$50.22
7	Hawaii (HI)	$101,809	$48.95
8	Alaska (AK)	$99,154	$47.67
9	Washington (WA)	$99,154	$47.67
10	Colorado (CO)	$95,612	$45.97
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Ship Engineers

Ship Engineers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Ship Engineers

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,651,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Ship Engineers make?

The median annual salary for Ship Engineers is $88,530 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $46,921, while the top 10% earn $152,272 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Ship Engineers?

Ship Engineers earn a median hourly wage of $42.56 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $88,530 annually.

Is Ship Engineers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $88,530, Ship Engineers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Ship Engineers need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.