As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Phoenix, AZ is $141,630, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,724 weekly, or $11,803 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $115,321 to $169,484. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,859) and 75th percentile ($156,210), while top earners (90th percentile) make $169,484 per year. This $28,351 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, Phoenix Cargo Pilot often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 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 $115,321 Phoenix, AZ October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $127,859 Phoenix, AZ October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $141,630 Phoenix, AZ October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $156,210 Phoenix, AZ October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $169,484 Phoenix, AZ October 01, 2026
25% $127,859 10% $115,321 90% $169,484 75% $156,210 $141,630 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Pilot I

    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 III

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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219786
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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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $127,859 to $156,210 with the average base salary of $141,630. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $153,747 to $219,786 with the average total cash compensation of $183,816.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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