Yard & Marina Staff Salary in the US
Yard & Marina Staffs on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $50,440 per year, with most roles paying between $34,320 and $61,552.
Entry · 25th pct
$34,320
≈ $17/hr
Median
$50,440
≈ $24/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$61,552
≈ $30/hr
Based on 6 yard & marina staff listings nationwide with published pay on BoatyardJobs. Hourly figures are derived from annual pay (≈2,080 hrs/yr).
What affects yard & marina staff pay
Travel lift and forklift operators, haul-out crew, yard hands, bottom paint, winterization and launch.
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.