Wages vary widely based on the location and the pilot's experience.
Many mariners who work full time on American ships receive benefits. Typical benefits include health insurance and sick leave. Some employers also offer retirement plans.
Captains, mates, and pilots of water vessels (SOC 53-5021)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
||
| 25% |
Median |
75% |
||
| Illinois | Hourly | $40.48 | $50.18 | $63.65 |
| Yearly | $84,196 | $104,359 | $132,388 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $39.48 | $44.04 | $52.24 |
| Yearly | $82,129 | $91,600 | $108,645 | |
| Edwardsville Area | Hourly | $40.48 | $63.26 | $72.35 |
| Yearly | $84,196 | $131,565 | $150,485 | |
| Peoria-Bloomington Area | Hourly | $37.67 | $47.46 | $61.54 |
| Yearly | $78,354 | $98,720 | $128,000 | |
| Shawnee National Forest Area | Hourly | $32.06 | $42.66 | $42.90 |
| Yearly | $66,686 | $88,751 | $89,245 | |
| United States | Hourly | $29.51 | $45.77 | $60.43 |
| Yearly | $61,390 | $95,210 | $125,700 | |