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Commercial Pilots Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Commercial Pilots make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$150,330
Median Annual Salary
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+29.5% vs 2024
$145,490
Mean Salary
$150,330
Median Salary
$72.27
Hourly Rate
2,680 people work as Commercial Pilots in Ohio
Commercial Pilots salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Commercial Pilots in Ohio earn a median salary of $150,330 per year ($12,527/month).
This is 22.6% above the national average of $122,580.
Ohio ranks #6 out of 48 states for Commercial Pilots pay.
Approximately 2,680 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 29.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Commercial Pilots
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots. Excludes regional, national, and international airline pilots.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
4.62
Operations Monitoring
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.0
Monitoring
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.62
Customer and Personal Service
4.27
Geography
3.96
English Language
3.7
Public Safety and Security
3.41
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(28.3% of workers)
Salaries for Commercial Pilots in Ohio range from $60,300 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $219,140 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $82,440 and $211,620.
The median annual salary for Commercial Pilots in Ohio is $150,330 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $145,490.
What is the salary range for a Commercial Pilots in Ohio?
Salaries for Commercial Pilots in Ohio range from $60,300 at the 10th percentile to $219,140 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $82,440 and $211,620.
What is the starting salary for a Commercial Pilots in Ohio?
Entry-level Commercial Pilots positions in Ohio typically start around $60,300 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $82,440 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Commercial Pilots in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,680 people are employed as Commercial Pilots in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Ohio is approximately $72.27 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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