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Ship Captain

Average Ship Captain Salary in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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$85,000
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$72k
MEDIAN
$85k
75%
$102k

The average salary for a Ship Captain is $85,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$72k - $102k
Total Pay
$72k - $102k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Nov 25 2019)
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What Do Ship Captains Do?

Ship Captain Tasks
  • Command and navigate naval vessels through the transportation of personnel and goods.
  • Keep crew and ship prepared for crisis situations.
  • Track and evaluate records for cargo, crew, and ship maintenance.
  • Coordinate crews for all ship duties in harbor and at sea.
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Common Health Benefits for a Ship Captain

Medical
67%
Dental
67%
Vision
33%
None
33%

Gender Breakdown for Ship Captains

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Ship Captains

What is the highest pay for Ship Captains in Fort Lauderdale?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Ship Captain in Fort Lauderdale is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Ship Captains in Fort Lauderdale?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Ship Captain in Fort Lauderdale is $NaN / year

How can Ship Captains increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Ship Captain is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Ship Captain that oversees more junior Ship Captains, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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