Commercial Pilots Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $98,470 -19.7% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $61,900
90th percentile $201,150
Employed locally 70
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,900
    25th
    $83,520
    50th (median)
    $98,470
    75th
    $178,530
    90th
    $201,150

    Top-paying metros for Commercial Pilots

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $315,450
    Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY $280,630
    West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $237,050
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $232,600
    Connecticut $227,140
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $227,140

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,870
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$49,430
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,220
    Light Truck Drivers$39,950
    Bus Drivers, School$38,480
    Driver/Sales Workers$35,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Commercial Pilots in Arizona is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Arizona is 19.7% below the national median of $122,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Commercial Pilots in Arizona?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $61,900 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,520.