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The average salary for a Ship Captain in U.S. is $98,330.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $98,330

$37,240$159,690

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $47.27

$17.91$76.77

What does a Ship Captain earn?

On average, ship captains earn around $98,330 per year in the U.S.. Ship captains are responsible for the navigation and safety of the vessel, its crew and its cargo. Taking on a variety of roles, ship captains often make decisions regarding route planning, monitoring weather conditions, inspecting vessel safety equipment and keeping track of the administrative requirements of being in charge of a vessel.

How to earn more as a Ship Captain

To become a ship captain, you will need a degree in maritime studies or a diploma in navigation. Alternatively, you can get a job as a deckhand and work your way up the ranks. To earn more, you can move into a specialised area, such as operating a superyacht, or become a manager in a shipping business. You could also become self-employed and supply your services as a captain to different organizations.

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