The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the median annual wage for U.S. fishing jobs in 2017 was $28,530. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $18,710, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $48,170.

Do commercial fishermen make good money?

Commercial Fishermen in America make an average salary of $60,279 per year or $29 per hour. The top 10 percent makes over $143,000 per year, while the bottom 10 percent under $25,000 per year.

How much do crab fisherman make a year?

How much does a Crab Fisherman make? The average Crab Fisherman in the US makes $59,934. The average bonus for a Crab Fisherman is $3,449 which represents 6% of their salary, with 100% of people reporting that they receive a bonus each year.