As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Hilo, HI is $147,214, equivalent to $71 per hour, $2,831 weekly, or $12,268 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 Hilo, HI vary widely, spanning from $119,884 to $176,164. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($132,909) and 75th percentile ($162,368), while top earners (90th percentile) make $176,164 per year. This $29,459 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, Hilo Cargo Pilot often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Hilo currently ranks 269 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 $119,884 Hilo, HI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $132,909 Hilo, HI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $147,214 Hilo, HI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $162,368 Hilo, HI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $176,164 Hilo, HI November 01, 2026
25% $132,909 10% $119,884 90% $176,164 75% $162,368 $147,214 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Hilo, HI. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $132,909 to $162,368 with the average base salary of $147,214. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $155,615 to $222,500 with the average total cash compensation of $186,102.
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About Hilo, Hawaii    Hilo (/ˈhiːloʊ/; Hawaiian pronunciation: [ˈhilo]) is the largest town and census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States, which....More

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