As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Minneapolis, MN is $149,803, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,881 weekly, or $12,484 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 Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $121,992 to $179,262. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($135,246) and 75th percentile ($165,223), while top earners (90th percentile) make $179,262 per year. This $29,977 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, Minneapolis Cargo Pilot often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 221 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 $121,992 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $135,246 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $149,803 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $165,223 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $179,262 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
25% $135,246 10% $121,992 90% $179,262 75% $165,223 $149,803 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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165223
149803

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158351
226412
189375
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Minneapolis, MN. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $135,246 to $165,223 with the average base salary of $149,803. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $158,351 to $226,412 with the average total cash compensation of $189,375.
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