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Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$293,490
Median Annual Salary
$316,140
Mean Salary
$293,490
Median Salary
$141.10
Hourly Rate
6,460 people work as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois earn a median salary of $293,490 per year ($24,457/month).
This is 36.9% above the national average of $214,428.
Illinois ranks #7 out of 37 states for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers pay.
Approximately 6,460 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
About This Job: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
4.88
Operations Monitoring
4.62
Active Listening
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Monitoring
4.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.78
English Language
3.92
Public Safety and Security
3.71
Mechanical
3.7
Geography
3.7
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(61.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois range from $166,620 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $421,610 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $204,790 and $420,280.
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois is $293,490 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $316,140.
What is the salary range for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois?
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois range from $166,620 at the 10th percentile to $421,610 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $204,790 and $420,280.
What is the starting salary for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois?
Entry-level Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers positions in Illinois typically start around $166,620 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $204,790 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 6,460 people are employed as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Illinois is approximately $141.10 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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