As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Pilot in Tucson, AZ is $136,010, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,616 weekly, or $11,334 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 Tucson, AZ vary widely, spanning from $110,744 to $162,758. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($122,785) and 75th percentile ($150,011), while top earners (90th percentile) make $162,758 per year. This $27,226 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, Tucson Cargo Pilot often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Tucson currently ranks 566 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 $110,744 Tucson, AZ October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $122,785 Tucson, AZ October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $136,010 Tucson, AZ October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $150,011 Tucson, AZ October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Pilot Salary $162,758 Tucson, AZ October 01, 2026
25% $122,785 10% $110,744 90% $162,758 75% $150,011 $136,010 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Pilot I

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Cargo Pilot

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Pilot III

    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 Tucson, AZ. The base salary for Cargo Pilot ranges from $122,785 to $150,011 with the average base salary of $136,010. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $147,646 to $211,064 with the average total cash compensation of $176,521.

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