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Commercial Pilots Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Commercial Pilots make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$104,890
Median Annual Salary
▼
-9.2% vs 2024
$124,590
Mean Salary
$104,890
Median Salary
$50.43
Hourly Rate
1,130 people work as Commercial Pilots in Virginia
Commercial Pilots salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Commercial Pilots in Virginia earn a median salary of $104,890 per year ($8,740/month).
This is 14.4% below the national average of $122,580.
Virginia ranks #31 out of 48 states for Commercial Pilots pay.
Approximately 1,130 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries decreased by 9.2% 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 Virginia range from $55,310 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $228,970 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $80,160 and $156,660.
The median annual salary for Commercial Pilots in Virginia is $104,890 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $124,590.
What is the salary range for a Commercial Pilots in Virginia?
Salaries for Commercial Pilots in Virginia range from $55,310 at the 10th percentile to $228,970 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $80,160 and $156,660.
What is the starting salary for a Commercial Pilots in Virginia?
Entry-level Commercial Pilots positions in Virginia typically start around $55,310 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $80,160 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Commercial Pilots in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,130 people are employed as Commercial Pilots in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Commercial Pilots in Virginia is approximately $50.43 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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