How much does a sailor and marine oiler make in Virginia?
$49,120a year
Median yearly pay for sailor and marine oilers in Virginia. That is $23.62 an hour or $4,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.62
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 2,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,660Median: $49,120Highest 10%: $60,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,660 | $15.70 | |
| 25th | $40,210 | $19.33 | |
| Median | $49,120 | $23.62 | |
| 75th | $57,930 | $27.85 | |
| 90th | $60,650 | $29.16 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $52,110 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sailor and marine oilers.
| 16. Michigan | $51,310 |
| 17. South Carolina | $50,500 |
| 18. Mississippi | $50,390 |
| 19. Virginia | $49,120 |
| 20. Illinois | $49,090 |
| 21. Wisconsin | $48,880 |
| 22. Rhode Island | $48,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sailor and marine oiler make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $23.62 ($49,120 a year).
Do sailor and marine oilers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $49,120 against $51,520 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Virginia rank for sailor and marine oiler pay?
Virginia ranks 19 of 34 states.
Which city in Virginia pays sailor and marine oilers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $52,110 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.