As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Boston, MA is $159,323, equivalent to $77 per hour, $3,064 weekly, or $13,277 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 Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $129,727 to $190,657. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($143,831) and 75th percentile ($175,724), while top earners (90th percentile) make $190,657 per year. This $31,893 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, Boston Cargo Pilot often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 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 $129,727 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $143,831 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $159,323 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $175,724 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $190,657 Boston, MA October 01, 2026
25% $143,831 10% $129,727 90% $190,657 75% $175,724 $159,323 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Pilot I

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Cargo Pilot

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    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 Boston, MA. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $143,831 to $175,724 with the average base salary of $159,323. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $172,954 to $247,242 with the average total cash compensation of $206,779.

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