Commercial Pilots Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $87,280 -28.8% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $63,360
90th percentile $165,730
Employed locally 70
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,360
    25th
    $65,950
    50th (median)
    $87,280
    75th
    $128,450
    90th
    $165,730

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $42,340
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $42,300
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $57,100
    Light Truck Drivers $43,980
    Bus Drivers, School $46,760
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $41,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

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

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Northwest Minnesota is 28.8% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $63,360 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,950.