Motorboat Operator Salary in New Jersey (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$44,150
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.23
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-7% vs US median
US median $47,520
State Rank
#11 of 13
40 employed here

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in New Jersey?

Motorboat Operators in New Jersey take home a median of $44,150 annually — roughly $21.23 an hour — which runs 7% below the national median of $47,520.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $37,130 while the top 10% make $104,110 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $37,140 and $77,360 a year.

Motorboat Operator salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,130$17.85
25th percentile (early career)$37,140$17.86
50th percentile (median)$44,150$21.23
75th percentile (experienced)$77,360$37.19
90th percentile (top earners)$104,110$50.05

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 11th 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 New Jersey

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 New Jersey pay ($44,150) 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 New Jersey?
The median Motorboat Operator salary in New Jersey is $44,150 per year, or about $21.23 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,130 at the entry level to $104,110 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Motorboat Operators about 7% less than the national median of $47,520. New Jersey ranks 11th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Motorboat Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $44,150 a year. About 40 Motorboat Operators are employed in New Jersey. 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 New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), 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.