Commercial Pilots
SOC code 53-2012 · Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
National employment
47,630
Mean annual wage
$146,080
Median annual wage
$123,220
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $58,850 | Not reported |
| 25th percentile | $84,540 | Not reported |
| 50th percentile (median) | $123,220 | Not reported |
| 75th percentile | $190,440 | Not reported |
| 90th percentile | $239,200+ | Not reported |
BLS top-codes wages at or above $239,200/yr ($115.00/hr); the exact value above this threshold is not published, so it is shown here as "$239,200+".
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Similar-paying occupations in Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
- Ship Engineers 53-5031$109,530/yr
- Air Traffic Controllers 53-2021$148,080/yr
- Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels 53-5021$92,460/yr
- Transportation Inspectors 53-6051$92,100/yr
- Subway and Streetcar Operators 53-4041$86,380/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.