Motorboat Operator Salary in Texas (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Texas Median
$50,270
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.17
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $47,520
State Rank
#5 of 13
270 employed here

How much does a Motorboat Operator make in Texas?

A Motorboat Operator working in Texas earns a median salary of $50,270 per year, or about $24.17 per hour. That is 6% above the national median of $47,520 for this occupation.

Within Texas, entry-level pay starts around $42,910 while the top 10% make $71,760 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,230 and $64,420 a year.

Motorboat Operator salary range in Texas

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$42,910$20.63
25th percentile (early career)$44,230$21.26
50th percentile (median)$50,270$24.17
75th percentile (experienced)$64,420$30.97
90th percentile (top earners)$71,760$34.50

How Texas compares

Texas ranks 5th 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 Texas

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 Texas pay ($50,270) 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 Texas?
The median Motorboat Operator salary in Texas is $50,270 per year, or about $24.17 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $42,910 at the entry level to $71,760 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Texas pay compare to the national average?
Texas pays Motorboat Operators about 6% more than the national median of $47,520. Texas ranks 5th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Texas a good state for Motorboat Operators?
Yes on pay — Texas pays above the national median for this occupation, at $50,270 a year. About 270 Motorboat Operators are employed in Texas. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Texas?
The highest-paying occupations in Texas include Cardiologist ($410,150), Neurologist ($360,640), Physician, Pathologists ($345,830), 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.