Marine Mechanic Salary By State: Salary by State (Hourly + Annual)
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Quick Answer: How Much Do Marine Mechanics Make?
Marine mechanic pay varies by state, shop type (dealer vs marina vs independent), and how strong your electrical/fuel diagnostics are. The biggest pay jumps often come from OEM certifications, rigging competence, and corrosion-related troubleshooting—not just routine service.
This page shows hourly and annual estimates by state so you can compare typical marine mechanic pay where you live. Use the top 10 chart for context, then the full table to compare your state against coastal and boating-heavy markets.
- Biggest pay drivers: OEM training (Mercury/Yamaha/etc.), electrical diagnostics, rigging, and sea-trial verification.
- Where pay is often highest: boating-dense regions, coastal markets, and areas with high-end marine service demand.
- Reality check: seasonality can change annual earnings—strong shops smooth workload with storage, rigging, and fleet accounts.
- Best next step: Jump to Marine Mechanic Salaries by State and compare your state to the top 10.
- Want the full career path? How to Become a Marine Mechanic
Marine Mechanic Salaries by State
Marine Mechanic pay can vary a lot depending on where you live. Use this state-by-state breakdown to compare average hourly wage, weekly pay, monthly income, and annual salary for marine mechanics across the United States.
Salary estimates are based on aggregated data from publicly available wage sources, including state-level labor datasets, employer-reported estimates, and trade industry compensation data. Primary sources include the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), State Labor Departments, and union wage scales and collective bargaining agreements (where available). Data reflects the most recently available wage releases at the time of publication.
How these Marine Mechanic salary estimates are calculated: Hourly wage figures are based on the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the trade, supplemented with state labor department wage data and published union wage scales where available. Weekly pay assumes a standard 40-hour work week. Annual salary estimates are calculated using 2,080 work hours per year, and monthly pay is derived by dividing the annual estimate by 12. These figures represent typical earnings and may vary based on experience level, system specialization, overtime, seasonality, and regional demand.
Top 10 Highest Paying States for Marine Mechanics (Hourly)
Complete Marine Mechanic Salary Table by State
| State | Hourly Wage | Weekly Pay | Monthly Pay | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $33.43 | $1,337 | $5,791 | $69,414 |
| New York | $32.33 | $1,293 | $5,601 | $67,267 |
| Massachusetts | $32.27 | $1,291 | $5,591 | $67,154 |
| Alaska | $31.84 | $1,274 | $5,517 | $66,232 |
| Vermont | $31.45 | $1,258 | $5,449 | $65,382 |
| North Dakota | $31.30 | $1,252 | $5,424 | $65,099 |
| Oregon | $31.28 | $1,251 | $5,420 | $65,052 |
| Colorado | $31.11 | $1,244 | $5,392 | $64,711 |
| Hawaii | $30.76 | $1,230 | $5,330 | $63,978 |
| Nevada | $30.17 | $1,207 | $5,228 | $62,748 |
| New Jersey | $30.08 | $1,203 | $5,213 | $62,567 |
| Wisconsin | $29.91 | $1,196 | $5,184 | $62,215 |
| Pennsylvania | $29.71 | $1,188 | $5,149 | $61,802 |
| Delaware | $29.67 | $1,186 | $5,142 | $61,711 |
| South Dakota | $29.64 | $1,185 | $5,137 | $61,660 |
| Virginia | $29.40 | $1,176 | $5,095 | $61,105 |
| California | $29.27 | $1,171 | $5,073 | $60,837 |
| Minnesota | $29.06 | $1,162 | $5,035 | $60,392 |
| Rhode Island | $29.05 | $1,162 | $5,035 | $60,387 |
| New Hampshire | $28.86 | $1,154 | $5,001 | $59,983 |
| Maryland | $28.80 | $1,152 | $4,992 | $59,866 |
| New Mexico | $28.76 | $1,150 | $4,984 | $59,779 |
| Illinois | $28.76 | $1,150 | $4,984 | $59,776 |
| Maine | $28.74 | $1,149 | $4,980 | $59,727 |
| Wyoming | $28.54 | $1,141 | $4,946 | $59,314 |
| Nebraska | $28.32 | $1,133 | $4,907 | $58,850 |
| Indiana | $28.26 | $1,131 | $4,898 | $58,738 |
| Connecticut | $28.25 | $1,130 | $4,896 | $58,721 |
| Ohio | $28.24 | $1,130 | $4,893 | $58,686 |
| Mississippi | $28.13 | $1,125 | $4,876 | $58,469 |
| Idaho | $27.96 | $1,118 | $4,845 | $58,101 |
| Iowa | $27.91 | $1,116 | $4,837 | $58,003 |
| Missouri | $27.87 | $1,115 | $4,831 | $57,927 |
| Arizona | $27.70 | $1,108 | $4,800 | $57,562 |
| Texas | $27.69 | $1,108 | $4,799 | $57,548 |
| South Carolina | $27.59 | $1,104 | $4,781 | $57,329 |
| Oklahoma | $27.46 | $1,098 | $4,758 | $57,052 |
| Montana | $27.30 | $1,092 | $4,731 | $56,724 |
| Utah | $27.09 | $1,084 | $4,694 | $56,277 |
| North Carolina | $27.04 | $1,082 | $4,686 | $56,183 |
| Tennessee | $27.01 | $1,081 | $4,680 | $56,111 |
| Alabama | $26.97 | $1,079 | $4,674 | $56,037 |
| Kansas | $26.56 | $1,063 | $4,602 | $55,169 |
| Michigan | $25.98 | $1,039 | $4,502 | $53,966 |
| Kentucky | $25.89 | $1,036 | $4,487 | $53,783 |
| Louisiana | $25.51 | $1,020 | $4,421 | $52,984 |
| Georgia | $25.20 | $1,008 | $4,368 | $52,344 |
| Arkansas | $24.70 | $988 | $4,320 | $51,486 |
| West Virginia | $23.20 | $928 | $4,020 | $48,188 |
| Florida | $22.43 | $897 | $3,887 | $46,605 |
Recommended Next Steps
- See the training and career steps from start to hire: How to Become a Marine Mechanic
- Compare shop work, benefits, and pay structures: Union vs Non-Union Marine Mechanic Careers
- Find programs and apprenticeships near you: Trade Schools & Apprenticeships Near Me
