Marine Technician Salary in the US
Marine Technicians on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $61,412 per year, with most roles paying between $41,600 and $85,500.
Entry · 25th pct
$41,600
≈ $20/hr
Median
$61,412
≈ $30/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$85,500
≈ $41/hr
Based on 188 marine technician listings nationwide with published pay on BoatyardJobs. Hourly figures are derived from annual pay (≈2,080 hrs/yr).
What affects marine technician pay
Outboard, inboard, and diesel engine service and repair at dealerships, boatyards, and mobile operations.
The biggest drivers are years of hands-on experience, the engine and systems brands you're certified on, and where you work — coastal hubs with year-round boating typically pay more. Manufacturer certifications (Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta) and ABYC credentials reliably move pay toward the upper end of the range above.
Marine Technician pay by state
| State | Median (annual) | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $52,000 | 51 |
| California | $65,946 | 20 |
| Washington | $72,384 | 19 |
| New Jersey | $59,394 | 14 |
| Virginia | $67,600 | 11 |
| Massachusetts | $80,080 | 8 |
| Tennessee | $53,248 | 7 |
| Minnesota | $58,500 | 7 |
| South Carolina | $65,000 | 6 |