As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Amarillo, TX is $130,404, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,508 weekly, or $10,867 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 Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $106,179 to $156,049. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($117,724) and 75th percentile ($143,828), while top earners (90th percentile) make $156,049 per year. This $26,104 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, Amarillo Cargo Pilot often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 708 statewide for Cargo Pilot job salary. 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 $106,179 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $117,724 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $130,404 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $143,828 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $156,049 Amarillo, TX October 01, 2026
25% $117,724 10% $106,179 90% $156,049 75% $143,828 $130,404 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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    Cargo Pilot

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Pilot III

    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 Amarillo, TX. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $117,724 to $143,828 with the average base salary of $130,404. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $141,560 to $202,364 with the average total cash compensation of $169,245.

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About Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

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