Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Connecticut compares
Connecticut's median is $63,480, $5,930 (10.3%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 7th, one of the ten best-paying 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $79,410 or more and the bottom 10% under $48,000. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 560 marine mechanics work in Connecticut, 2.4% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Connecticut has 2.2 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: Connecticut vs. United States
Connecticut median $63,480
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Connecticut annual | Connecticut hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $48,000 | $23.08 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $58,330 | $28.04 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $63,480 | $30.52 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $77,150 | $37.09 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $79,410 | $38.18 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $66,110 | $31.78 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
States with similar pay
Questions about marine mechanic pay in Connecticut
How much does a marine mechanic make in Connecticut?
The median is $63,480 a year, or $30.52 an hour (May 2025). The average is $66,110.
Is Connecticut a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 7th of 50, 10.3% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Connecticut?
About 560.