What are the main factors that influence a Fighter Pilot's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Fighter Pilot's salary?

A Fighter Pilot's salary grows with experience: a Pilot I (2-4 years)earns $118,577, a Fighter Pilot (4-7 years)earns $144,967, a Pilot III (7+ years)earns $167,658, a Pilot IV (7-10 years)earns $200,291, a Chief Pilot I (10+ years)earns $174,010,

What are the highest paying states for a Fighter Pilot?

Fighter Pilot salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fighter Pilot roles are District of Columbia $159,711, California $159,106, Massachusetts $156,985. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fighter Pilot roles make?

Salaries for Fighter Pilot level roles vary by specialization: Pilot IV: $196,541; Pilot I: $116,357; Pilot: $84,262; Qualified Wildland Fire Fighter: $64,717; Fire Fighter: $63,877.

Fighter Pilot Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fighter Pilot make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fighter Pilot in Delaware is $146,080 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

However, a Fighter Pilot's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,992
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,101 to $161,214
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,373

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Fighter Pilot Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,214	$13,434	$3,100	$78
Average	$146,080	$12,173	$2,809	$70
25th Percentile	$132,101	$11,008	$2,540	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Fighter Pilot Salaries

A Fighter Pilot's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Fighter Pilot Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fighter Pilot's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $118,577
Early Career (1-2 years): $144,967
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,658
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $200,291
Expert (over 8 years): $174,010

Levels	Salary
Pilot I Level Fighter Pilot	$118,577
Fighter P... Level Fighter Pilot	$144,967
Pilot III... Level Fighter Pilot	$167,658
Pilot IV Level Fighter Pilot	$200,291
Chief Pil... Level Fighter Pilot	$174,010

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How Do Fighter Pilot Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Fighter Pilots. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $159,711.
California: $159,106.
Massachusetts: $156,985.

District of Columbia $159,711 California $159,106 Massachusetts $156,985 Washington $156,408 New Jersey $156,350 Alaska $156,148 Connecticut $154,158 New York $153,350

Hawaii $150,768 Rhode Island $149,556 Maryland $148,734 Minnesota $147,609 Colorado $147,176 Illinois $147,032 Oregon $146,484 Delaware $146,080

New Hampshire $145,826 Virginia $145,258 Pennsylvania $143,599 Nevada $142,762 North Dakota $142,488 Michigan $142,055 Wisconsin $141,897 Vermont $141,579

Texas $140,699 Maine $140,642 Arizona $140,555 Ohio $140,454 Georgia $139,127 Indiana $138,464 Wyoming $138,334 Utah $138,132

Iowa $138,045 Kansas $137,353 Louisiana $137,151 North Carolina $137,079 Missouri $137,050 Florida $136,487 Montana $136,185 Nebraska $135,896

Kentucky $135,737 South Carolina $135,160 Tennessee $134,800 Idaho $134,656 New Mexico $133,602 Oklahoma $133,372 Alabama $132,521 South Dakota $131,093

Arkansas $130,314 West Virginia $129,895 Mississippi $128,640

Top Paying Cities for Fighter Pilots

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $151,186
Little Creek: $149,787
Magnolia: $150,407

Lincoln, DE $151,186 Little Creek, DE $149,787 Magnolia, DE $150,407 Milford, DE $151,186 Marydel, DE $149,225 Millsboro, DE $151,186 Millville, DE $152,196 Milton, DE $151,186

Nassau, DE $151,186 Ocean View, DE $152,196 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,196 Seaford, DE $149,600 Selbyville, DE $152,196 Smyrna, DE $149,051 Viola, DE $150,407 Woodside, DE $149,975

Bear, DE $147,955 Newark, DE $148,013 Claymont, DE $148,128 Delaware City, DE $148,013 Hockessin, DE $148,128 Kirkwood, DE $148,013 Middletown, DE $148,749 Montchanin, DE $148,128

New Castle, DE $148,128 Odessa, DE $148,950 Port Penn, DE $147,609 Rockland, DE $148,128 Saint Georges, DE $148,013 Townsend, DE $148,734 Winterthur, DE $148,128 Lewes, DE $151,186

Wilmington, DE $148,128 Dover, DE $149,715 Dover Afb, DE $150,061 Bethany Beach, DE $152,196 Bethel, DE $149,600 Bridgeville, DE $151,186 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,874 Cheswold, DE $149,369

Clayton, DE $148,994 Dagsboro, DE $152,196 Delmar, DE $149,600 Ellendale, DE $151,186 Felton, DE $151,186 Fenwick Island, DE $152,196 Frankford, DE $152,196 Frederica, DE $151,186

Georgetown, DE $151,186 Greenwood, DE $151,186 Harbeson, DE $151,186 Harrington, DE $151,186 Hartly, DE $148,922 Houston, DE $151,186 Kenton, DE $148,994 Laurel, DE $149,600

Yorklyn, DE $148,128

Fighter Pilot Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fighter Pilot's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$132,101

Average $146,080/year

$161,214

$11,008

Average $12,173/month

$13,434

$2,540

Average $2,809/week

$3,100

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,214	$13,434	$3,100	$78
Average	$146,080	$12,173	$2,809	$70
25th Percentile	$132,101	$11,008	$2,540	$64

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