Best Paying Industries for Commercial Pilots
$122,670
National Median Salary
91
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | $229,990 | +87.5% | — |
| 2 | Credit Intermediation and Related Activities | $227,800 | +85.7% | — |
| 3 | Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing | $223,800 | +82.4% | 80 |
| 4 | Chemical Manufacturing | $223,800 | +82.4% | 80 |
| 5 | Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $220,440 | +79.7% | 30 |
| 6 | Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities | $216,140 | +76.2% | — |
| 7 | Computer Systems Design and Related Services | $210,980 | +72.0% | 120 |
| 8 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $208,510 | +70.0% | 170 |
| 9 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $208,510 | +70.0% | 170 |
| 10 | Spectator Sports | $196,880 | +60.5% | 100 |
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