Motorboat Operator Salary in Connecticut (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Motorboat Operators in Connecticut, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Connecticut Median
$45,970
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-3% vs US median
US median $47,520
State Rank
#8 of 13
state estimate

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in Connecticut?

A Motorboat Operator working in Connecticut earns a median salary of $45,970 per year, or about $22.10 per hour. That is 3% below the national median of $47,520 for this occupation.

Within Connecticut, entry-level pay starts around $35,020 while the top 10% make $49,620 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $37,000 and $48,920 a year.

Motorboat Operator salary range in Connecticut

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$35,020$16.84
25th percentile (early career)$37,000$17.79
50th percentile (median)$45,970$22.10
75th percentile (experienced)$48,920$23.52
90th percentile (top earners)$49,620$23.86

How Connecticut compares

Connecticut ranks 8th out of 13 states and territories for Motorboat Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Hawaii$76,250
2Illinois$68,380
3Washington$63,650
4New York$62,000
5Texas$50,270

Working as a Motorboat Operator in Connecticut

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Motorboat Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Connecticut pay ($45,970) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in Connecticut?
The median Motorboat Operator salary in Connecticut is $45,970 per year, or about $22.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,020 at the entry level to $49,620 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Connecticut pay compare to the national average?
Connecticut pays Motorboat Operators about 3% less than the national median of $47,520. Connecticut ranks 8th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Connecticut a good state for Motorboat Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $45,970 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Connecticut?
The highest-paying occupations in Connecticut include Cardiologist ($488,940), Anesthesiologist ($481,820), Orthodontist ($478,680), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.