As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Lubbock, TX is $127,995, equivalent to $62 per hour, $2,461 weekly, or $10,666 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 Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $104,218 to $153,167. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($115,549) and 75th percentile ($141,171), while top earners (90th percentile) make $153,167 per year. This $25,622 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, Lubbock Cargo Pilot often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 759 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 $104,218 Lubbock, TX October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $115,549 Lubbock, TX October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $127,995 Lubbock, TX October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $141,171 Lubbock, TX October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $153,167 Lubbock, TX October 01, 2026
25% $115,549 10% $104,218 90% $153,167 75% $141,171 $127,995 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 Lubbock, TX. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $115,549 to $141,171 with the average base salary of $127,995. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,946 to $198,626 with the average total cash compensation of $166,119.

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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

Lubbock, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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