Motorboat Operator Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$45,160
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.71
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-5% vs US median
US median $47,520
State Rank
#10 of 13
state estimate

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in Massachusetts?

Motorboat Operators in Massachusetts take home a median of $45,160 annually — roughly $21.71 an hour — which runs 5% below the national median of $47,520.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $40,070 while the top 10% make $86,310 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $43,330 and $45,760 a year.

Motorboat Operator salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$40,070$19.26
25th percentile (early career)$43,330$20.83
50th percentile (median)$45,160$21.71
75th percentile (experienced)$45,760$22.00
90th percentile (top earners)$86,310$41.50

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 10th 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 Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts pay ($45,160) 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 Massachusetts?
The median Motorboat Operator salary in Massachusetts is $45,160 per year, or about $21.71 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $40,070 at the entry level to $86,310 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Motorboat Operators about 5% less than the national median of $47,520. Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Motorboat Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $45,160 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 Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), 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.