As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Amherst, CO is $140,395, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,700 weekly, or $11,700 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 Amherst, CO vary widely, spanning from $114,331 to $168,004. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($126,752) and 75th percentile ($154,847), while top earners (90th percentile) make $168,004 per year. This $28,095 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, Amherst Cargo Pilot often earn 4.0% 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 $114,331 Amherst, CO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $126,752 Amherst, CO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $140,395 Amherst, CO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $154,847 Amherst, CO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $168,004 Amherst, CO November 01, 2026
25% $126,752 10% $114,331 90% $168,004 75% $154,847 $140,395 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Pilot II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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126752
154847
140395

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148407
212194
177482
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Amherst, CO. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $126,752 to $154,847 with the average base salary of $140,395. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $148,407 to $212,194 with the average total cash compensation of $177,482.
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