Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in California
Sailors and Marine Oilers in California earn a median of $55,180 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $55,180
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($51,520)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 1,680
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,210; the top 10% earn over $79,290. Nationally the range is $34,560 to $83,620.
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Sailors and Marine Oilers pay in California
How much do sailors and marine oilers make in California?
The median is $55,180 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,210 and the top 10% earn over $79,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for sailors and marine oilers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 34 (+7% vs. the national median of $51,520). Living costs are not included.