How much does a sailor and marine oiler make in North Carolina?
$44,770a year
Median yearly pay for sailor and marine oilers in North Carolina. That is $21.52 an hour or $3,731 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.52
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,420Median: $44,770Highest 10%: $60,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,420 | $16.07 | |
| 25th | $39,700 | $19.09 | |
| Median | $44,770 | $21.52 | |
| 75th | $50,630 | $24.34 | |
| 90th | $60,240 | $28.96 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,210 |
| Wilmington, NC | $46,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sailor and marine oilers.
| 26. Maine | $46,800 |
| 27. Louisiana | $46,610 |
| 28. Connecticut | $45,280 |
| 29. North Carolina | $44,770 |
| 30. Massachusetts | $44,070 |
| 31. Alabama | $43,000 |
| 32. Pennsylvania | $38,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sailor and marine oiler make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.52 ($44,770 a year).
Do sailor and marine oilers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $44,770 against $51,520 nationally, 13% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for sailor and marine oiler pay?
North Carolina ranks 29 of 34 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays sailor and marine oilers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $48,210 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.