As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Harbor Pilot in Oakland, CA is $213,721, equivalent to $103 per hour, $4,110 weekly, or $17,810 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 Oakland, CA vary widely, spanning from $163,952 to $241,051. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($187,670) and 75th percentile ($228,027), while top earners (90th percentile) make $241,051 per year. This $40,357 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, Oakland Harbor Pilot often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. However, Oakland currently ranks 6 statewide 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 $163,952 Oakland, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $187,670 Oakland, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $213,721 Oakland, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $228,027 Oakland, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $241,051 Oakland, CA May 01, 2026
25% $187,670 10% $163,952 90% $241,051 75% $228,027 $213,721 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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  1. Down a level:

    Pilot II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Harbor Pilot

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Pilot IV

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
224568
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259408
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Harbor Pilot in Oakland, CA. The base salary for Harbor Pilot ranges from $187,670 to $228,027 with the average base salary of $213,721. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $224,568 to $322,704 with the average total cash compensation of $259,408.

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About Oakland, California    Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 3....More

Oakland, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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