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Laundress (Yacht) Salary

Compensation benchmarks from 255 verified sources including industry surveys, published reports, and market intelligence.

National Compensation Range

P25

$30,000

25th percentile

P50

$40,000

Median

P75

$55,000

75th percentile

CANDIDATE MARKET

Available

Scarcity: 3/10

EST. CANDIDATE POOL

200-400

Active candidates globally

DEMAND TREND

Stable

4% year-over-year

RETENTION

1.5 yr avg tenure

35% annual turnover

Laundress (Yacht) Salary by City

New York City, NY$60,000
San Francisco, CA$55,000
Palm Beach, FL$55,000
Boston, MA$55,000
Los Angeles, CA$50,000

Median (P50) adjusted for metro cost of labor.

Market Trends

Stable niche; specialist fabric care and garment handling skills valued on larger yachts

Also Known As

Yacht Laundress, Laundry Manager (Yacht), Wardrobe & Laundry Specialist (Yacht), Laundry Stewardess

What Does a Laundress (Yacht) Do?

The Laundress (Yacht) operates aboard private and charter yachts, managing vessel operations, crew, and guest experiences for yacht owners and charter clients. Professionals in this role typically bring 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Entry level, this position draws from a available candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.

What Drives Laundress (Yacht) Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a Laundress (Yacht) is $40,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $30,000 to $55,000. The 62% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by vessel length and type (motor vs. sailing), charter vs. private program, crew size, operating region, and required certifications (MCA, STCW, ISM). Demand is holding stable, with compensation levels expected to track broader market adjustments.

Laundress (Yacht) Career Path

Professionals who move into Laundress (Yacht) roles most commonly come from commercial maritime, cruise line operations, naval service, or hospitality management with maritime crossover. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward larger vessel commands, fleet management, yacht management company leadership, or shoreside marine operations director roles. The average tenure in this role is approximately 1.5 years, with an annual turnover rate of 35%.

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