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Deck department

Chief Officer salary in 2026

$7,000$14,000 / month basic

Second in command and head of the deck department. Chief Officers run cargo operations and are one of the most in-demand ranks in 2026, pushing salaries above historical norms.

By vessel type
Bulk Carrier
$7k9.5k /mo
Tanker
$9k12k /mo
Container
$8k10.5k /mo
LNG / LPGHIGHEST
$11k14k /mo
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Figures are monthly basic wages in USD, excluding overtime and bonuses. Compiled from ITF/IBF frameworks, 2026 market data and live ShipCrewFinder listings. Upper bounds reflect premium operators and specialist tonnage. Last update: July 2026.
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