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How much does a Captain make in Kansas City, KS? The average Captain salary in Kansas City, KS is $156,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $135,400 and $186,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Captain Salary $116,099 Kansas City,KS March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Captain Salary $135,400 Kansas City,KS March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Captain Salary $156,600 Kansas City,KS March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Captain Salary $186,100 Kansas City,KS March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Captain Salary $212,958 Kansas City,KS March 26, 2024
25% $135,400 10% $116,099 90% $212,958 75% $186,100 $156,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Captain follows required procedures to perform pre-flight checks and inspections. Pilots aircraft following standard operating procedures to ensure that flights operate according to all regulations, safety, and company policies. Being an Captain completes required documentation and performs post-flight procedures as required. Determines flight routes, speed, take-off, and landing times that will fulfill scheduling requirements. In addition, Captain may require a bachelor's degree. Requires FAA Commercial Pilot's License with necessary ratings. Typically reports to chief pilot. Being an Captain work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as an Captain typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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About Kansas City, Kansas    Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metro....More

Kansas City, Kansas  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Kansas City, Kansas

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