As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Norfolk, VA is $134,516, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,587 weekly, or $11,210 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 Norfolk, VA vary widely, spanning from $109,543 to $160,968. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($121,444) and 75th percentile ($148,362), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,968 per year. This $26,918 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, Norfolk Cargo Pilot often earn 6.9% lower than national averages. However, Norfolk currently ranks 608 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 $109,543 Norfolk, VA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $121,444 Norfolk, VA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $134,516 Norfolk, VA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $148,362 Norfolk, VA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $160,968 Norfolk, VA November 01, 2026
25% $121,444 10% $109,543 90% $160,968 75% $148,362 $134,516 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Norfolk, VA. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $121,444 to $148,362 with the average base salary of $134,516. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $142,192 to $203,307 with the average total cash compensation of $170,049.
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About Norfolk, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 4....More

Norfolk, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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