how much do able bodied seaman make
Answers. Best Answer: An Able Seaman starts out at about $2,500 a month salary... Plus, he gets an additional 15% for all time away from his home port-when away; and gets time and a half for overtime (automatic 2 days a week when away). So, most make $40,000 plus their first year. As far as 'unemployment goes.
Pay aboard ships is based on a daily rate, however, and may include overtime as part of labor agreement. The daily rate for an ordinary seaman, as of August 2013, is $170 per day, or $4,760 for a 28-day tour of duty. For a wiper, the day rate is slightly higher at $205 per day or $5,740 for 28 days.