As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Columbus, OH is $139,711, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,687 weekly, or $11,643 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 Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $113,774 to $167,186. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($126,135) and 75th percentile ($154,092), while top earners (90th percentile) make $167,186 per year. This $27,957 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, Columbus Cargo Pilot often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 445 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 $113,774 Columbus, OH November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $126,135 Columbus, OH November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $139,711 Columbus, OH November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $154,092 Columbus, OH November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $167,186 Columbus, OH November 01, 2026
25% $126,135 10% $113,774 90% $167,186 75% $154,092 $139,711 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Pilot II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Cargo Pilot

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Pilot IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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154092
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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147684
211160
176617
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Columbus, OH. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $126,135 to $154,092 with the average base salary of $139,711. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $147,684 to $211,160 with the average total cash compensation of $176,617.
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