As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Akaska, SD is $131,450, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,528 weekly, or $10,954 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Pilot in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Pilot in Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $107,032 to $157,302. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,669) and 75th percentile ($144,982), while top earners (90th percentile) make $157,302 per year. This $26,313 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Safety Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akaska Cargo Pilot often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Cargo Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $107,032 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $118,669 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $131,450 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $144,982 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $157,302 Akaska, SD October 01, 2026
25% $118,669 10% $107,032 90% $157,302 75% $144,982 $131,450 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Pilot I

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Akaska, SD. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $118,669 to $144,982 with the average base salary of $131,450. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $142,697 to $203,988 with the average total cash compensation of $170,603.

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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

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