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Commercial Pilots Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Commercial Pilots make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$137,960
Median Annual Salary
▼
-15.3% vs 2024
$152,090
Mean Salary
$137,960
Median Salary
$66.33
Hourly Rate
4,120 people work as Commercial Pilots in Texas
Commercial Pilots salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Commercial Pilots in Texas earn a median salary of $137,960 per year ($11,496/month).
This is 12.5% above the national average of $122,580.
Texas ranks #9 out of 48 states for Commercial Pilots pay.
Approximately 4,120 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries decreased by 15.3% 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 Texas range from $68,460 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $259,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $101,090 and $196,400.
The median annual salary for Commercial Pilots in Texas is $137,960 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $152,090.
What is the salary range for a Commercial Pilots in Texas?
Salaries for Commercial Pilots in Texas range from $68,460 at the 10th percentile to $259,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $101,090 and $196,400.
What is the starting salary for a Commercial Pilots in Texas?
Entry-level Commercial Pilots positions in Texas typically start around $68,460 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $101,090 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Commercial Pilots in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,120 people are employed as Commercial Pilots in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Texas is approximately $66.33 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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