What are the main factors that influence an Co-Pilot's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Co-Pilot?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Co-Pilot roles, with salaries approximately 45% above the market median.

How does experience change An Co-Pilot's salary?

An Co-Pilot's salary grows with experience: an Co-Pilot (2-4 years)earns $117,975, an First Officer (4-7 years)earns $144,219, an Captain (7+ years)earns $166,790, a Pilot in Commend (7-10 years)earns $199,195, an Chief Pilot Assistant Air Fleet Manager (10+ years)earns $173,123,

What are the highest paying states for an Co-Pilot?

Co-Pilot salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Co-Pilot roles are District of Columbia $129,000, California $128,500, Massachusetts $126,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Click or scroll to view upper level job

Co-Pilot Salary in Delaware

How much does an Co-Pilot make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Co-Pilot in Delaware is $118,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, an Co-Pilot's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,263
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,800 to $130,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,140

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered HR

AI Onboarding

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Co-Pilot Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,700	$10,892	$2,513	$63
Average	$118,000	$9,833	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$100,800	$8,400	$1,938	$48

Get accurate pay by adjusting the below factors.

Change Search Criteria

Check out Co-Pilot Job Openings in Delaware

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Jim's Electric Co Inc - BAXTER, MN

Litigation Attorney

Bennett, Bricklin & Saltzburg LLC - PITTSBURGH, PA

Pediatric Dentist

Village Dental at Saxony - FISHERS, IN

Registered Dental Hygienist

Oak Park Dental - Pine City - PINE CITY, MN

Search More Co-Pilot Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Co-Pilot Salaries

An Co-Pilot's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Co-Pilot Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Co-Pilot's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Co-Pilot (2-4 years): $117,975
First Officer (4-7 years): $144,219
Captain (7+ years): $166,790
Pilot in Commend (7-10 years): $199,195
Chief Pilot Assistant Air Fleet Manager (10+ years): $173,123

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Co-Pilot	2-4 years	$117,975
First Officer	4-7 years	$144,219
Captain	7+ years	$166,790
Pilot in Commend	7-10 years	$199,195
Chief Pilot Assistant Air Fleet Manager	10+ years	$173,123

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Co-Pilot Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Co-Pilots. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,000.
California: $128,500.
Massachusetts: $126,800.

District of Columbia $129,000 California $128,500 Massachusetts $126,800 Washington $126,400 New Jersey $126,300 Alaska $126,200 Connecticut $124,500 New York $123,900

Hawaii $121,800 Rhode Island $120,800 Maryland $120,200 Minnesota $119,300 Colorado $118,900 Illinois $118,800 Oregon $118,400 Delaware $118,000

New Hampshire $117,800 Virginia $117,400 Pennsylvania $116,000 Nevada $115,300 North Dakota $115,100 Michigan $114,800 Wisconsin $114,600 Vermont $114,400

Texas $113,700 Arizona $113,600 Maine $113,600 Ohio $113,500 Georgia $112,400 Indiana $111,900 Wyoming $111,800 Utah $111,600

Iowa $111,500 Kansas $111,000 Louisiana $110,800 North Carolina $110,800 Missouri $110,700 Florida $110,300 Montana $110,000 Nebraska $109,800

Kentucky $109,700 South Carolina $109,200 Tennessee $108,900 Idaho $108,800 New Mexico $107,900 Oklahoma $107,800 Alabama $107,100 South Dakota $105,900

Arkansas $105,300 West Virginia $105,000 Mississippi $103,900

Top Paying Cities for Co-Pilots

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $117,500
Little Creek: $118,400
Magnolia: $118,200

Lincoln, DE $117,500 Little Creek, DE $118,400 Magnolia, DE $118,200 Milford, DE $117,800 Marydel, DE $118,000 Millsboro, DE $117,000 Millville, DE $117,200 Milton, DE $117,400

Nassau, DE $117,500 Ocean View, DE $117,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,400 Seaford, DE $117,500 Selbyville, DE $117,000 Smyrna, DE $118,400 Viola, DE $117,900 Woodside, DE $118,200

Bear, DE $117,900 Newark, DE $117,900 Claymont, DE $118,100 Delaware City, DE $118,000 Hockessin, DE $117,900 Kirkwood, DE $118,000 Middletown, DE $118,000 Montchanin, DE $117,900

New Castle, DE $117,900 Odessa, DE $118,100 Port Penn, DE $118,200 Rockland, DE $117,900 Saint Georges, DE $118,000 Townsend, DE $118,200 Winterthur, DE $117,900 Lewes, DE $117,400

Wilmington, DE $117,900 Dover, DE $118,400 Dover Afb, DE $117,700 Bethany Beach, DE $117,000 Bethel, DE $117,200 Bridgeville, DE $117,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,000 Cheswold, DE $118,300

Clayton, DE $118,300 Dagsboro, DE $117,000 Delmar, DE $116,800 Ellendale, DE $117,100 Felton, DE $117,800 Fenwick Island, DE $117,000 Frankford, DE $116,800 Frederica, DE $117,900

Georgetown, DE $116,900 Greenwood, DE $117,500 Harbeson, DE $117,000 Harrington, DE $117,600 Hartly, DE $118,000 Houston, DE $117,500 Kenton, DE $118,300 Laurel, DE $116,800

Yorklyn, DE $117,900

Co-Pilot Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Co-Pilot salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $131,982. While startup companies pay approximate $111,617.

Co-Pilot Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$111,617
Growth Stage	51~500	$118,053
Established	501~5000	$127,454
Enterprise	5000+	$131,982

Co-Pilot Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Co-Pilot roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 45% above the average. In contrast, Co-Pilot positions in Biotechnology or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Co-Pilot as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Co-Pilot

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$171,100	$82.0	45%
Business Services	$159,300	$77.0	35%
Construction	$147,500	$71.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$135,700	$65.0	15%
Healthcare	$123,900	$60.0	5%

Co-Pilot Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Co-Pilot's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$100,800

Average $118,000/year

$130,700

$8,400

Average $9,833/month

$10,892

$1,938

Average $2,269/week

$2,513

$48

Average $57/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,700	$10,892	$2,513	$63
Average	$118,000	$9,833	$2,269	$57
25th Percentile	$100,800	$8,400	$1,938	$48

Co-Pilot Salary Growth & Career Path

Co-Pilot

Head Helicopter Pilot

First Officer

Chief Pilot Assistant Air Fleet Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Co-Pilot, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Co-Pilot Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Head Helicopter Pilot	$168,100	42%
First Officer	$144,300	22%

Find Your Next Co-Pilot Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Co-Pilot job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about