Motorboat Operator Salary in Hawaii (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Hawaii Median
$76,250
per year
Hourly Rate
$36.66
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+60% vs US median
US median $47,520
State Rank
#1 of 13
330 employed here

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in Hawaii?

Motorboat Operators in Hawaii take home a median of $76,250 annually — roughly $36.66 an hour — which runs 60% above the national median of $47,520.

Within Hawaii, entry-level pay starts around $60,000 while the top 10% make $84,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $63,190 and $81,450 a year.

Motorboat Operator salary range in Hawaii

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$60,000$28.85
25th percentile (early career)$63,190$30.38
50th percentile (median)$76,250$36.66
75th percentile (experienced)$81,450$39.16
90th percentile (top earners)$84,410$40.58

How Hawaii compares

Hawaii ranks 1st 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 Hawaii

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 Hawaii pay ($76,250) 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 Hawaii?
The median Motorboat Operator salary in Hawaii is $76,250 per year, or about $36.66 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $60,000 at the entry level to $84,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Hawaii pay compare to the national average?
Hawaii pays Motorboat Operators about 60% more than the national median of $47,520. Hawaii ranks 1st out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Hawaii a good state for Motorboat Operators?
Yes on pay — Hawaii pays above the national median for this occupation, at $76,250 a year. About 330 Motorboat Operators are employed in Hawaii. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Hawaii?
The highest-paying occupations in Hawaii include Physician, All Other ($339,290), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($338,130), Psychiatrist ($289,990), 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.