Sailors and Marine Oilers pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands
In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX), the median pay for sailors and marine oilers is $26.74 an hour ($55,610 a year). About 3,470 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($51,520). It is about the same as the Texas median ($55,610).
Pay range for sailors and marine oilers in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.44 | $38,360 |
| 25% of workers | $23.28 | $48,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.74 | $55,610 |
| 75% of workers | $36.93 | $76,810 |
| 90% of workers | $48.63 | $101,140 |
Sailors and Marine Oilers pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Brownsville-Harlingen | $65,940 | 70 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (this page) | $55,610 | 3,470 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur | $52,000 | 200 |
| Corpus Christi | $44,520 | 270 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for sailors and marine oilers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 3,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,040 |
| Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels | $118,830 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $75,500 |
| Riggers | $64,430 |
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