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Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$428,570
Median Annual Salary
$330,480
Mean Salary
$428,570
Median Salary
$206.04
Hourly Rate
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan earn a median salary of $428,570 per year ($35,714/month).
This is 99.9% above the national average of $214,428.
Michigan ranks #3 out of 37 states for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers pay.
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 Michigan
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan range from $181,880 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $428,570 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $215,440 and $428,570.
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Michigan?
The median annual salary for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan is $428,570 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $330,480.
What is the salary range for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan?
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan range from $181,880 at the 10th percentile to $428,570 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $215,440 and $428,570.
What is the starting salary for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan?
Entry-level Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers positions in Michigan typically start around $181,880 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $215,440 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Michigan is approximately $206.04 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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