Commercial Pilots
Occupation
$122,670
National Median Salary
—
Median Hourly Wage
51,830
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+62.2%
10 Year Change
$75,620
2014 Median
$122,670
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Commercial Pilots
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | $229,990 | — |
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities | $227,800 | — |
| Chemical Manufacturing | $223,800 | 80 |
| Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing | $223,800 | 80 |
| Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $220,440 | 30 |
Top Paying States for Commercial Pilots
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $227,140 | 360 |
| New York | $172,500 | 1,070 |
| Texas | $162,930 | 5,030 |
| Delaware | $155,640 | 100 |
| Georgia | $139,350 | 920 |
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Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
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