As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Helicopter Pilot in the United States is $165,620. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $145,200 to $189,804, with most professionals earning between $126,609 and $211,822.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $189,804 | $15,817 | $3,650 | $91 |
| Average | $165,620 | $13,802 | $3,185 | $80 |
| 25th Percentile | $145,200 | $12,100 | $2,792 | $70 |
An entry-level Chief Helicopter Pilot with less than 1 year of experience earns about $156,477. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $158,001. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $161,048. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $172,839, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $179,336.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Chief Helicopter Pilot | $156,477 |
| Intermediate Level Chief Helicopter Pilot | $158,001 |
| Senior Level Chief Helicopter Pilot | $161,048 |
| Specialist Level Chief Helicopter Pilot | $172,839 |
| Expert Level Chief Helicopter Pilot | $179,336 |
| Entry Level | 6% |
| Mid Level | 5% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 4% |
| Experienced | 8% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Chief Helicopter Pilot compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $118,447 in 2023 to approximately $114,810 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Chief Helicopter Pilot salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $165,620 | 73.2% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $12,670 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $6,956 | 3.1% | ||
| Disability | $3,312 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 3.7% | ||
| Pension | $8,943 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $20,384 | 9.0% | ||
| Total Compensation | $226,238 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 3.4% |
| High School | 20.7% |
| Associates | 6.9% |
| Bachelors | 62.1% |
| Masters | 6.9% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Chief Helicopter Pilot is $165,620. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Chief Helicopter Pilot is $80; the average weekly pay of Chief Helicopter Pilot is $3,185; the average monthly pay of Chief Helicopter Pilot is $13,802.
A Chief Helicopter Pilot's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Chief Helicopter Pilot earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Chief Helicopter Pilot is $207,853.
The highest pay for Chief Helicopter Pilot is $211,822.
The lowest pay for Chief Helicopter Pilot is $126,609.
Partners with general aviation management to establish and implement operating policies and procedures for helicopter pilots. Ensures flights are operated in compliance with all applicable FAA regulations. Schedules flight personnel, maintenance and maintains flight records. Assumes flight duty. Has all required licenses and meets flying time requirements. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Commercial Pilot license for helicopters - CPL(H). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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