Commercial Pilots Salary in West Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $103,110 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $83,360
90th percentile $165,050
Employed locally 70
National median $122,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,360
    25th
    $87,840
    50th (median)
    $103,110
    75th
    $127,200
    90th
    $165,050

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$39,420
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$55,340
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$41,200
    Light Truck Drivers$41,600
    Bus Drivers, School$45,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$56,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Commercial Pilots make per hour in West Montana?

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

    Is West Montana above or below average for Commercial Pilots salaries?

    The median Commercial Pilots salary in West Montana is 15.9% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Commercial Pilots (10th percentile) earn around $83,360 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $87,840.