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Professional Pilot

Average Professional Pilot Salary

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$88,842
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$50k
MEDIAN
$89k
90%
$161k

The average salary for a Professional Pilot is $88,842 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $161k
Bonus
$450 - $29k
Profit Sharing
$10 - $89k
Total Pay
$50k - $227k
Based on 287 salary profiles (last updated Aug 02 2023)
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4.4 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Professional Pilot

Medical
72%
Dental
64%
Vision
61%
None
27%

Gender Breakdown for Professional Pilots

Male
87.7%
Female
12.3%
This data is based on 65 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Professional Pilots

What is the highest pay for Professional Pilots?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Professional Pilot is $161k / year

What is the lowest pay for Professional Pilots?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Professional Pilot is $50k / year

How can Professional Pilots increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Professional Pilot is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Professional Pilot that oversees more junior Professional Pilots, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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