How much does a Mess Boy earn?
💰 Mess Boy earns between $1,050 on Bulk Carrier and $4,024 on Passenger vessel .
📊 The average salary in May 2026 was $1,284 /month.
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Updated: June 2026
Average offer per month for the Mess Boy position
Average salaries for Mess Boy on different types of vessels
📈 Bulk Carrier & Container Ship vessels consistently offer the highest Mess Boy salaries, reaching up to $1,291/month.
Desired salary distribution for Mess Boy
💬 Seafarers Mess Boy want on average +8 % more than companies offer; the gap is moderate but noticeable.
Number of offers for Mess Boy
🔢 Most job offers come between May 2025 and August 2025, suggesting seasonal hiring trends.
Rates for Top 10
Full crew rates for top 10 types of vessels:
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