How much does a Jet Pilot make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Jet Pilot in San Diego, CA is $130,136. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $117,707 to $143,827, with most professionals earning between $106,391 and $156,291.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Jet Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Jet Pilot Salary $106,391 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Jet Pilot Salary $117,707 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Jet Pilot Salary $130,136 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Jet Pilot Salary $143,827 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Jet Pilot Salary $156,291 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $117,707 10% $106,391 90% $156,291 75% $143,827 $130,136 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Openings for Jet Pilot in San Diego, CA

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  1. Down a level:

    Pilot I

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Jet 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 Jet Pilot in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Jet Pilot ranges from $117,707 to $143,827 with the average base salary of $130,136. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $117,707 to $143,827 with the average total cash compensation of $130,136.

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