Commercial Pilots Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,160 -33% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $72,020
90th percentile $144,270
Employed locally 30
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,020
    25th
    $78,200
    50th (median)
    $82,160
    75th
    $103,950
    90th
    $144,270

    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 North Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$37,600
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,860
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$58,890
    Light Truck Drivers$45,440
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$59,800
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$47,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

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

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in North Coast Region of California is 33% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $72,020 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,200.