As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Jackson, MS is $127,479, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,452 weekly, or $10,623 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $103,798 to $152,549. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($115,083) and 75th percentile ($140,602), while top earners (90th percentile) make $152,549 per year. This $25,519 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, Jackson Cargo Pilot often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 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 $103,798 Jackson, MS October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $115,083 Jackson, MS October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $127,479 Jackson, MS October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $140,602 Jackson, MS October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $152,549 Jackson, MS October 01, 2026
25% $115,083 10% $103,798 90% $152,549 75% $140,602 $127,479 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 Jackson, MS. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $115,083 to $140,602 with the average base salary of $127,479. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,385 to $197,825 with the average total cash compensation of $165,449.

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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