As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Passaic, NJ is $162,966, equivalent to $78 per hour, $3,134 weekly, or $13,581 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 Passaic, NJ vary widely, spanning from $132,712 to $195,014. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($147,130) and 75th percentile ($179,741), while top earners (90th percentile) make $195,014 per year. This $32,611 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, Passaic Cargo Pilot often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Passaic currently ranks 19 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 $132,712 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $147,130 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $162,966 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $179,741 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $195,014 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
25% $147,130 10% $132,712 90% $195,014 75% $179,741 $162,966 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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162966

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172266
246307
206015
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Pilot in Passaic, NJ. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $147,130 to $179,741 with the average base salary of $162,966. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $172,266 to $246,307 with the average total cash compensation of $206,015.
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

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