As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Milwaukee, WI is $143,564, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,761 weekly, or $11,964 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 Milwaukee, WI vary widely, spanning from $116,912 to $171,797. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($129,614) and 75th percentile ($158,342), while top earners (90th percentile) make $171,797 per year. This $28,728 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, Milwaukee Cargo Pilot often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Milwaukee currently ranks 341 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 $116,912 Milwaukee, WI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $129,614 Milwaukee, WI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $143,564 Milwaukee, WI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $158,342 Milwaukee, WI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $171,797 Milwaukee, WI November 01, 2026
25% $129,614 10% $116,912 90% $171,797 75% $158,342 $143,564 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

  2. This Job:

    Cargo Pilot

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Pilot IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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216984
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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 Milwaukee, WI. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $129,614 to $158,342 with the average base salary of $143,564. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $151,757 to $216,984 with the average total cash compensation of $181,489.
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