Commercial Pilots Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $93,770 -23.6% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $46,750
90th percentile $263,000
Employed locally 40
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,750
    25th
    $76,270
    50th (median)
    $93,770
    75th
    $262,990
    90th
    $263,000

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$30,090
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$43,230
    Stockers and Order Fillers$30,660
    Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels$99,820
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$49,150
    Light Truck Drivers$34,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

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

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in Southwest Louisiana is 23.6% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $46,750 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,270.