As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Harbor Pilot in North Carolina is $166,465, equivalent to $80 per hour, $3,201 weekly, or $13,872 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Harbor Pilot in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Harbor Pilot in North Carolina vary widely, spanning from $127,726 to $187,757. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($146,188) and 75th percentile ($177,610), while top earners (90th percentile) make $187,757 per year. This $31,422 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Aviation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, North Carolina Harbor Pilot often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 46 companies. However, North Carolina currently ranks 36 nationwide for Harbor 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
Harbor Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $127,726 NC October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $146,188 NC October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $166,465 NC October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $177,610 NC October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $187,757 NC October 01, 2026
25% $146,188 10% $127,726 90% $187,757 75% $177,610 $166,465 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Harbor Pilot ?

A maritime pilot, marine pilot, harbor pilot, bar pilot, or simply pilot, is a sailor who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths. They are navigational experts possessing knowledge of the particular waterway such as its depth, currents, and hazards....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, NC Avg. Salary $181,302 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Advance, NC Avg. Salary $185,092 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ahoskie, NC Avg. Salary $181,528 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alamance, NC Avg. Salary $185,587 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Albemarle, NC Avg. Salary $185,245 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Albertson, NC Avg. Salary $180,174 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alexander, NC Avg. Salary $183,936 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alexis, NC Avg. Salary $191,090 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alliance, NC Avg. Salary $179,640 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Almond, NC Avg. Salary $180,908 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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    Pilot II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    10 + years experience
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