Salaries for Superyacht Crew

Reported Averages listed in Thousands of Dollars US per Year

Superyacht Crew Earnings (Thousands of US$ per Year)
LOA	80-100ft (35-40m)	100-120ft (40-45m)	120-140ft (45-50m)	140-160ft (50-55m)	160-180ft (55-60m)
Captain	70-120	120-132	120-140	140-156	150-180
First Mate/Officer	38-48	48-60	60-66	72-78	78-84
Second Mate/Bosun	na	na	42-48	42-48	44-55
Deckhand	28-32	32-36	36-38	36-38	38-43
Chief Engineer	na	59-67	68-80	76-93	83-103
Second Engineer	na	na	na	55-67	59-77
Chief Steward/ess	31-41	38-49	49-60	56-68	62-74
Second Steward/ess	na	34-39	35-43	39-47	42-52
Junior Steward/ess	30-38	34-39	34-39	35-40	36-41
Chef	40-51	50-59	57-69	63-83	74-95
Sous Chef	na	na	na	47-58	49-62
*Salaries listed in thousands of U.S. dollars

 

• These "Rates" are samples of current industry level standards, compiled by senior industry experts and are subject to change without notification.
• "Rates" may also vary up or down depending on the specific qualification of the employee, the operation status of the yacht, whether private or *charter, and itinerary of the yacht and other requirements specific to the yacht. *(Charter yachts generally have a lower base salary due to extra income from the charter tips.)
• For reference, all rates  are in US dollars- Each Yacht has the option to transact in the currency convenient to its operation. You may be paid in the currency other that US dollars.
• Most yachts today provide health insurance, accident insurance, etc. Unless otherwise stated at time of employment, all crew are responsible for his or her personal income tax- Each crew should investigate rules and regulations and seek official advice and remain current with their national requirements.
• All yachts are expected to provide food, uniforms, basic toiletries and other on board expenses such as laundry. Personal items are not included.

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