Commercial Pilots Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $170,140 +38.7% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $74,350
90th percentile $211,620
Employed locally 110
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,350
    25th
    $93,700
    50th (median)
    $170,140
    75th
    $172,010
    90th
    $211,620

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,890
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $57,990
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,670
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $49,170
    Light Truck Drivers $41,590
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $44,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Southern Ohio is 38.7% above 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $74,350 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $93,700.