Commercial Pilots Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $101,140 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $75,590
90th percentile $158,460
Employed locally 60
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,590
    25th
    $82,170
    50th (median)
    $101,140
    75th
    $126,190
    90th
    $158,460

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,630
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$48,470
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$35,760
    Light Truck Drivers$36,620
    Bus Drivers, School$44,710
    Driver/Sales Workers$37,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

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

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Southeast Missouri is 17.6% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $75,590 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,170.