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 Puerto Rico compares
Puerto Rico's median is $38,370, $19,180 (33.3%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 48th, one of the ten lowest-paying 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $45,990 or more and the bottom 10% under $21,840. That range is about as wide as the national one.
About 100 marine mechanics work in Puerto Rico, 0.4% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Puerto Rico has fewer marine mechanics than the U.S. average (0.68×).
Pay distribution: Puerto Rico vs. United States
Puerto Rico median $38,370
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Puerto Rico annual | Puerto Rico hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $21,840 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $29,700 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $38,370 | $18.45 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $45,200 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $45,990 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $37,060 | $17.82 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Puerto Rico
How much does a marine mechanic make in Puerto Rico?
The median is $38,370 a year, or $18.45 an hour (May 2025). The average is $37,060.
Is Puerto Rico a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 48th of 50, 33.3% below 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 Puerto Rico?
About 100.