As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Fort Wayne, IN is $133,784, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,573 weekly, or $11,149 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 Fort Wayne, IN vary widely, spanning from $108,947 to $160,093. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($120,784) and 75th percentile ($147,555), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,093 per year. This $26,771 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, Fort Wayne Cargo Pilot often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Fort Wayne currently ranks 634 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 $108,947 Fort Wayne, IN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $120,784 Fort Wayne, IN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $133,784 Fort Wayne, IN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $147,555 Fort Wayne, IN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $160,093 Fort Wayne, IN November 01, 2026
25% $120,784 10% $108,947 90% $160,093 75% $147,555 $133,784 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

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    Pilot IV

    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 Fort Wayne, IN. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $120,784 to $147,555 with the average base salary of $133,784. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $141,419 to $202,202 with the average total cash compensation of $169,125.
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About Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

Fort Wayne, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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