As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Harbor Pilot in Phoenix, AZ is $172,844, equivalent to $83 per hour, $3,324 weekly, or $14,404 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Harbor Pilot in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Harbor Pilot in Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $132,932 to $195,319. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($151,952) and 75th percentile ($184,608), while top earners (90th percentile) make $195,319 per year. This $32,656 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, Phoenix Harbor Pilot often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 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 $132,932 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $151,952 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $172,844 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $184,608 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $195,319 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25% $151,952 10% $132,932 90% $195,319 75% $184,608 $172,844 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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Career Path for this job

  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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Harbor Pilot in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Harbor Pilot ranges from $151,952 to $184,608 with the average base salary of $172,844. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $177,104 to $254,705 with the average total cash compensation of $202,459.

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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

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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