As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Cincinnati, OH is $139,322, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,679 weekly, or $11,610 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $113,441 to $166,722. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,775) and 75th percentile ($153,664), while top earners (90th percentile) make $166,722 per year. This $27,889 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, Cincinnati Cargo Pilot often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 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 $113,441 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $125,775 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $139,322 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $153,664 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $166,722 Cincinnati, OH October 01, 2026
25% $125,775 10% $113,441 90% $166,722 75% $153,664 $139,322 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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153664
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216204
180820
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Cincinnati, OH. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $125,775 to $153,664 with the average base salary of $139,322. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $151,242 to $216,204 with the average total cash compensation of $180,820.

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