How much do luxury yacht captains make?

How much do luxury yacht captains make?

According to data from the 2021 Salary Survey, captains working on vessels between 60- and 99-feet were earning an average of $8,002.01 per month, with a range of $3,105 to $20,000 per month. The average monthly tips earned by captains on yachts available for charter in this range was $1,374.

What is the highest paid boat captain?

Boat Pilot. Salary range: $42,500-$223,000 per year. Tugboat Captain. Salary range: $72,500-$141,500 per year. Port Captain. Salary range: $52,000-$107,500 per year. Marine Superintendent. Salary range: $72,500-$104,000 per year. Vessel Master. Salary range: $43,000-$84,000 per year. Captain.

How do yacht crews get paid?

“They get paid in a few different ways,” Goslicky said. “They do get a salary for being hired as part of the yacht crew, they do get to keep their tips, and they do get a production fee.” Goslicky also confirmed during the Reddit AMA that “the guests are actually paying for their vacations.”