Hourly Wage for airline pilot first officer Salary in the United States

airline pilot first officer Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for airline pilot first officer?

As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of airline pilot first officer in the United States is $68. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for airline pilot first officer in the US can go up to $81 and the lowest down to $55, but most earn between $61 and $75. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of airline pilot first officer in the United States.

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airline pilot first officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile airline pilot first officer Salary $55 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile airline pilot first officer Salary $61 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile airline pilot first officer Salary $68 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile airline pilot first officer Salary $75 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile airline pilot first officer Salary $81 US May 01, 2026
25% $61 10% $55 90% $81 75% $75 $68 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A airline pilot first officer ?

The salary of an airline pilot first officer varies based on factors such as experience, airline, and geographic location. Typically, first officers earn a base salary that can range from $50,000 to over $100,000 annually. Additional compensation may include flight hours, bonuses, and benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans. As first officers gain experience and flight hours, they may see significant salary increases, especially when transitioning to captain positions. The role requires strong communication skills, teamwork, and adherence to safety regulations, making it a criti...

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
61
75
68

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
73
104
87
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of airline pilot first officer in the United States. The average hourly rate for airline pilot first officer ranges from $61 to $75 with the average hourly pay of $68. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $73 to $104 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $87.

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