How much does a motorboat operator make in Tennessee?
$42,360a year
Median yearly pay for motorboat operators in Tennessee. That is $20.37 an hour or $3,530 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.37
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,590Median: $42,360Highest 10%: $58,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,590 | $14.23 | |
| 25th | $36,570 | $17.58 | |
| Median | $42,360 | $20.37 | |
| 75th | $47,130 | $22.66 | |
| 90th | $58,520 | $28.13 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $42,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motorboat operators.
| 9. Louisiana | $45,800 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $45,160 |
| 11. New Jersey | $44,150 |
| 12. Tennessee | $42,360 |
| 13. California | $34,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motorboat operator make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $20.37 ($42,360 a year).
Do motorboat operators make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $42,360 against $47,520 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for motorboat operator pay?
Tennessee ranks 12 of 13 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays motorboat operators the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $42,360 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.