Yard & Marina Staff Salary in the US
Yard & Marina Staffs on BoatyardJobs earn a median of about $38,480 per year, with most roles paying between $33,280 and $52,000.
Entry · 25th pct
$33,280
≈ $16/hr
Median
$38,480
≈ $19/hr
Experienced · 75th pct
$52,000
≈ $25/hr
Based on 21 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.