What are the main factors that influence a Flight Crew's salary?

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

How does experience change A Flight Crew's salary?

A Flight Crew's salary grows with experience: a Contact Center Representative I - Inbound (0-1 years)earns $40,345, a Flight Crew (1-3 years)earns $44,854, a Contact Center Representative III - Inbound (3-5 years)earns $54,792, a Contact Center Representative IV - Inbound (5-7 years)earns $61,877, an Inbound Contact Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $68,652,

What are the highest paying states for a Flight Crew?

Flight Crew salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flight Crew roles are District of Columbia $45,800, California $45,627, Massachusetts $45,019. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flight Crew roles make?

Salaries for Flight Crew level roles vary by specialization: Flight Instructor: $118,237; Flight Trainer: $99,364; Flight Crew Employee: $80,479; Flight Crew Associate: $79,923; Flight Coordinator: $79,400.

Flight Crew Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Flight Crew make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Crew in District of Columbia is $45,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Flight Crew's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,483
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,305 to $50,345
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,122

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Flight Crew Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,345	$4,195	$968	$24
Average	$45,800	$3,817	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,305	$3,525	$814	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Flight Crew Salaries

A Flight Crew'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 Flight Crew Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flight Crew'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,345
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,854
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,792
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,877
Expert (over 8 years): $68,652

Levels	Salary
Contact C... Level Flight Crew	$40,345
Flight Cr... Level Flight Crew	$44,854
Contact C... Level Flight Crew	$54,792
Contact C... Level Flight Crew	$61,877
Inbound C... Level Flight Crew	$68,652

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How Do Flight Crew 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 Flight Crews. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,800.
California: $45,627.
Massachusetts: $45,019.

District of Columbia $45,800 California $45,627 Massachusetts $45,019 Washington $44,853 New Jersey $44,837 Alaska $44,779 Connecticut $44,208 New York $43,976

Hawaii $43,236 Rhode Island $42,888 Maryland $42,652 Minnesota $42,330 Colorado $42,206 Illinois $42,164 Oregon $42,007 Delaware $41,891

New Hampshire $41,819 Virginia $41,656 Pennsylvania $41,180 Nevada $40,940 North Dakota $40,861 Michigan $40,737 Wisconsin $40,692 Vermont $40,601

Texas $40,348 Maine $40,332 Arizona $40,307 Ohio $40,278 Georgia $39,898 Indiana $39,707 Wyoming $39,670 Utah $39,612

Iowa $39,587 Kansas $39,389 Louisiana $39,331 North Carolina $39,310 Missouri $39,302 Florida $39,141 Montana $39,054 Nebraska $38,971

Kentucky $38,925 South Carolina $38,760 Tennessee $38,657 Idaho $38,615 New Mexico $38,313 Oklahoma $38,247 Alabama $38,003 South Dakota $37,593

Arkansas $37,370 West Virginia $37,250 Mississippi $36,890

Top Paying Cities for Flight Crews

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:

Parcel Return Service: $45,552
Washington: $45,552
Naval Anacost Annex: $45,550

Parcel Return Service, DC $45,552 Washington, DC $45,552 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $45,550 Washington Navy Yard, DC $45,552

Flight Crew Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Flight Crew'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 May 01, 2026

$42,305

Average $45,800/year

$50,345

$3,525

Average $3,817/month

$4,195

$814

Average $881/week

$968

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,345	$4,195	$968	$24
Average	$45,800	$3,817	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,305	$3,525	$814	$20

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