Rigging Salary in the US
Riggings on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $55,120 per year, with most roles paying between $45,760 and $69,680.
Entry · 25th pct
$45,760
≈ $22/hr
Median
$55,120
≈ $27/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$69,680
≈ $34/hr
Based on 7 rigging listings nationwide with published pay on BoatyardJobs. Hourly figures are derived from annual pay (≈2,080 hrs/yr).
What affects rigging pay
Sailboat standing and running rigging, mast stepping, splicing and hardware.
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.