Commercial Pilots Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $121,390 -1% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $88,560
90th percentile $219,160
Employed locally 30
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $88,560
    25th
    $121,380
    50th (median)
    $121,390
    75th
    $162,940
    90th
    $219,160

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,180
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $56,410
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $40,930
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $48,620
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $35,890
    Light Truck Drivers $36,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in Southern Michigan?

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

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Southern Michigan is 1% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $88,560 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $121,380.