Water Transportation Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for water transportation workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $84,390 ≈ $41/hr
National median salary $71,860
Total employment 79,400 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do water transportation workers make in the U.S.?
The median water transportation workers salary in the United States is $71,860 per year (mean $84,390), and about 80% earn between $37,810 and $145,560.
How much do water transportation workers make per hour?
Roughly $41 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $84,390 and 2,080 work hours per year.