Annual ownership costs scale significantly with yacht length — not just because larger yachts cost more to buy, but because crew, maintenance, insurance, and dockage all increase with size. This page provides a complete annual cost breakdown for every major size category, using the same formulas as our ownership calculator. Jump to your size or scroll through all.
| Yacht Size | Crew | Annual Cost (range) | Cost/Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60ft motor yacht | 3–4 | $1.2M–$1.6M | $100K–$133K |
| 70ft motor yacht | 4–5 | $1.5M–$2.0M | $125K–$167K |
| 80ft motor yacht | 4–5 | $1.9M–$2.5M | $158K–$208K |
| 90ft motor yacht | 5–7 | $2.5M–$3.2M | $208K–$267K |
| 100ft motor yacht | 6–8 | $3.0M–$4.0M | $250K–$333K |
| 120ft motor yacht | 9–11 | $4.5M–$6.0M | $375K–$500K |
| 150ft superyacht | 12–16 | $6.5M–$8.5M | $542K–$708K |
| 200ft superyacht | 18–24 | $12M–$15M | $1.0M–$1.25M |
All figures are for motor yachts at average usage (200 engine hours/year), comprehensive insurance, and a mixed US/Caribbean/Mediterranean operating profile. Sailing yachts cost 20–35% less due to lower fuel and sometimes smaller crew. Use the calculator for your specific vessel.
| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $250,000 | $350,000 | Captain + 2–3 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $540,000 | $840,000 | 9–14% of value |
| Insurance | $90,000 | $140,000 | 1.5–2% of value |
| Dockage (12 months) | $32,000 | $55,000 | $45–$75/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $25,000 | $42,000 | 30 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $60,000 | $100,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $80,000 | $130,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $1,200,000 | $1,600,000 | 18–25% of vessel value |
At 60ft, maintenance as a percentage of value is highest — older vessels in this category especially. A 60ft yacht under 10 years old at the lower end of value can see costs approach 25%.
Calculate for 60ft Yacht →| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $295,000 | $400,000 | Captain + 3–4 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $720,000 | $1,080,000 | 9–13% of value |
| Insurance | $120,000 | $180,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $38,000 | $65,000 | $45–$77/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $30,000 | $50,000 | 35 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $75,000 | $120,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $95,000 | $150,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $1,500,000 | $2,000,000 | 18–22% of vessel value |
| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $450,000 | $600,000 | Captain + chef + 3–4 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $880,000 | $1,300,000 | 9–12% of value |
| Insurance | $150,000 | $225,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $43,000 | $75,000 | $45–$78/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $35,000 | $57,000 | 40 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $90,000 | $150,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $115,000 | $175,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $1,900,000 | $2,500,000 | 18–22% of vessel value |
80ft is the threshold where a professional chef becomes the norm and crew costs jump significantly. It is also the minimum size for most Atlantic-crossing charter itineraries.
Calculate for 80ft Yacht →| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $520,000 | $680,000 | Captain + chef + 4–5 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $1,260,000 | $1,820,000 | 9–12% of value |
| Insurance | $210,000 | $315,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $49,000 | $86,000 | $45–$80/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $40,000 | $65,000 | 45 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $108,000 | $180,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $140,000 | $210,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $2,500,000 | $3,200,000 | 18–22% of vessel value |
| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $575,000 | $750,000 | Captain + chef + 5–6 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $1,800,000 | $2,300,000 | 10–13% of value |
| Insurance | $280,000 | $400,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $55,000 | $100,000 | $45–$83/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $44,000 | $74,000 | 50 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $130,000 | $210,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $165,000 | $240,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $3,000,000 | $4,000,000 | 17–21% of vessel value |
100ft is the most researched size in the market. For a detailed breakdown of every line item, see the dedicated 100ft yacht annual cost guide.
Calculate for 100ft Yacht → Read full 100ft guide →| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $800,000 | $1,050,000 | Captain + chef + engineer + 7–8 crew |
| Maintenance & repairs | $2,500,000 | $3,600,000 | 9–13% of value |
| Insurance | $450,000 | $650,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $65,000 | $130,000 | $45–$90/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (200 engine hours) | $52,000 | $90,000 | 60 GPH · $4.20–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $195,000 | $300,000 | Based on usage days |
| Management, legal & other | $250,000 | $380,000 | Comms, registration, refit reserve |
| Total annual cost | $4,500,000 | $6,000,000 | 17–20% of vessel value |
At 120ft, a dedicated chief engineer becomes essential — both for SOLAS compliance and practical necessity. This adds $120K–$160K to the crew budget versus a 100ft vessel.
Calculate for 120ft Yacht →| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $1,400,000 | $1,800,000 | Full superyacht complement |
| Maintenance & repairs | $3,500,000 | $5,000,000 | Includes class survey reserve |
| Insurance | $600,000 | $900,000 | 1.5–2% worldwide |
| Dockage (12 months) | $90,000 | $200,000 | $50–$111/ft/month avg |
| Fuel (300 engine hours) | $63,000 | $115,000 | 140 GPH · $4.50–$7.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $300,000 | $500,000 | Larger guest complement |
| Management, legal & other | $400,000 | $650,000 | Professional management required |
| Total annual cost | $6,500,000 | $8,500,000 | 16–20% of vessel value |
For the full 150ft breakdown including refit cycles and management fees, see the superyacht running costs guide.
Calculate for 150ft Yacht → Read full superyacht guide →| Category | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crew salaries & benefits | $2,100,000 | $2,800,000 | Full department structure |
| Maintenance & repairs | $7,000,000 | $10,000,000 | 10–13% of value; class survey reserve |
| Insurance | $1,100,000 | $1,700,000 | 1.4–2% worldwide coverage |
| Dockage (12 months) | $130,000 | $300,000 | $54–$125/ft/month; limited berths |
| Fuel (300 engine hours) | $86,000 | $157,000 | 250 GPH · $4.50–$8.00/gal |
| Provisioning & supplies | $500,000 | $850,000 | Full guest programme |
| Management, shore team & other | $800,000 | $1,300,000 | ISM management company required |
| Total annual cost | $12,000,000 | $15,000,000 | 15–19% of vessel value |
200ft+ vessels require ISM Safety Management System certification. Management by a professional company is not optional at this size — it is a regulatory requirement in most flag states.
Calculate for 200ft Yacht → Read full superyacht guide →The figures above are averages. Your actual costs depend on yacht age, flag state, region, usage pattern, and crew structure. Our calculator models all of these variables and gives you an itemised annual budget in under 5 minutes.
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