What are the main factors that influence a Ship Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Ship Engineer?

Ship Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ship Engineer roles are District of Columbia $71,130, California $70,860, Massachusetts $69,916. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ship Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Ship Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Ship Captain: $128,350; Ship Broker: $80,445; Ship Officer: $75,715; Ship Operator: $71,745; Ship Superintendent: $64,533.

Ship Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Ship Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Ship Engineer in District of Columbia is $71,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Ship Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,359
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,801 to $87,130
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,236

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Ship Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,130	$7,261	$1,676	$42
Average	$71,502	$5,959	$1,375	$34
25th Percentile	$58,801	$4,900	$1,131	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Ship Engineer Salaries

A Ship Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Ship Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Ship Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,130.
California: $70,860.
Massachusetts: $69,916.

District of Columbia $71,130 California $70,860 Massachusetts $69,916 Washington $69,659 New Jersey $69,633 Alaska $69,543 Connecticut $68,656 New York $68,297

Hawaii $67,147 Rhode Island $66,607 Maryland $66,241 Minnesota $65,740 Colorado $65,547 Illinois $65,483 Oregon $65,239 Delaware $65,059

New Hampshire $64,946 Virginia $64,693 Pennsylvania $63,954 Nevada $63,581 North Dakota $63,459 Michigan $63,266 Wisconsin $63,196 Vermont $63,054

Texas $62,663 Maine $62,637 Arizona $62,598 Ohio $62,553 Georgia $61,962 Indiana $61,667 Wyoming $61,609 Utah $61,519

Iowa $61,481 Kansas $61,172 Louisiana $61,082 North Carolina $61,050 Missouri $61,037 Florida $60,787 Montana $60,652 Nebraska $60,523

Kentucky $60,453 South Carolina $60,196 Tennessee $60,035 Idaho $59,971 New Mexico $59,502 Oklahoma $59,399 Alabama $59,020 South Dakota $58,384

Arkansas $58,037 West Virginia $57,851 Mississippi $57,292

Top Paying Cities for Ship Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $71,130
Washington: $71,130
Naval Anacost Annex: $71,130

Parcel Return Service, DC $71,130 Washington, DC $71,130 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $71,130 Washington Navy Yard, DC $71,130

Ship Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ship Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$58,801

Average $71,502/year

$87,130

$4,900

Average $5,959/month

$7,261

$1,131

Average $1,375/week

$1,676

$28

Average $34/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,130	$7,261	$1,676	$42
Average	$71,502	$5,959	$1,375	$34
25th Percentile	$58,801	$4,900	$1,131	$28

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