As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Memphis, TN is $134,186, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,581 weekly, or $11,182 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 Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $109,274 to $160,574. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($121,146) and 75th percentile ($147,998), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,574 per year. This $26,852 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, Memphis Cargo Pilot often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 621 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 $109,274 Memphis, TN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $121,146 Memphis, TN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $134,186 Memphis, TN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $147,998 Memphis, TN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $160,574 Memphis, TN November 01, 2026
25% $121,146 10% $109,274 90% $160,574 75% $147,998 $134,186 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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    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 Memphis, TN. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $121,146 to $147,998 with the average base salary of $134,186. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $141,843 to $202,809 with the average total cash compensation of $169,632.
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