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Boatswain - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Boatswain"
How much does a Boatswain in the federal government get paid? $66,658.25* *Based on the 2021 average.Boatswain was the 512th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 8 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 Boatswain, with an average salary of $66,658.
Agencies that have hired a Boatswain
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 8 | $66,658.25 |
Boatswain Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Boatswain is $66,658.25. The highest paid Boatswain made $69,300 in 2021.
Common Boatswain Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Boatswain Employees |
|---|---|
| WM - Maritime Pay Schedules--5 U.s.c. 5348 | 8 |
Average Boatswain Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for a Boatswain was $41,446. Since then, the average pay has increased to $66,658 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 9920.