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Able Seaman - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Able Seaman"
How much does an Able Seaman in the federal government get paid? $44,740.13* *Based on the 2021 average.Able Seaman was the 416th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 47 employed. The most common payscale was the maritime pay schedules--5 u.s.c. 5348 payscale.
In 2021, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration hired the most employees titled Able Seaman, with an average salary of $44,740.
Agencies that have hired an Able Seaman
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 47 | $44,740.13 |
Able Seaman Pay Distribution
The average pay for an Able Seaman is $44,740.13. The highest paid Able Seaman made $48,071 in 2021.
Common Able Seaman Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Able Seaman Employees |
|---|---|
| WM - Maritime Pay Schedules--5 U.s.c. 5348 | 47 |
Average Able Seaman Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for an Able Seaman was $28,992. Since then, the average pay has increased to $44,740 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 9924.