What are the main factors that influence a Flight Instructor's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Flight Instructor?

Flight Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flight Instructor roles are District of Columbia $129,463, California $128,972, Massachusetts $127,253. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flight Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Flight Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Helicopter Flight Instructor: $183,561; Assistant Chief Flight Instructor: $144,870; Flight Scheduler: $79,201; Flight Simulator Instructor: $78,925; Flight Attendant: $77,035.

Flight Instructor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Flight Instructor make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Flight Instructor in District of Columbia is $130,141 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,431
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,646 to $146,519
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,091

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Flight Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,519	$12,210	$2,818	$70
Average	$130,141	$10,845	$2,503	$63
25th Percentile	$119,646	$9,971	$2,301	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Flight Instructor Salaries

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

How Do Flight Instructor 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 Flight Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,463.
California: $128,972.
Massachusetts: $127,253.

District of Columbia $129,463 California $128,972 Massachusetts $127,253 Washington $126,786 New Jersey $126,739 Alaska $126,575 Connecticut $124,961 New York $124,307

Hawaii $122,214 Rhode Island $121,231 Maryland $120,565 Minnesota $119,653 Colorado $119,302 Illinois $119,185 Oregon $118,741 Delaware $118,413

New Hampshire $118,208 Virginia $117,747 Pennsylvania $116,402 Nevada $115,724 North Dakota $115,502 Michigan $115,151 Wisconsin $115,023 Vermont $114,765

Texas $114,052 Maine $114,005 Arizona $113,935 Ohio $113,853 Georgia $112,778 Indiana $112,240 Wyoming $112,134 Utah $111,971

Iowa $111,901 Kansas $111,339 Louisiana $111,176 North Carolina $111,117 Missouri $111,094 Florida $110,638 Montana $110,392 Nebraska $110,158

Kentucky $110,030 South Carolina $109,562 Tennessee $109,270 Idaho $109,153 New Mexico $108,299 Oklahoma $108,112 Alabama $107,422 South Dakota $106,265

Arkansas $105,633 West Virginia $105,294 Mississippi $104,277

Top Paying Cities for Flight Instructors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $129,463
Washington: $129,463
Naval Anacost Annex: $129,463

Parcel Return Service, DC $129,463 Washington, DC $129,463 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $129,463 Washington Navy Yard, DC $129,463

Flight Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Flight Instructor'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 May 18, 2021

$119,646

Average $130,141/year

$146,519

$9,971

Average $10,845/month

$12,210

$2,301

Average $2,503/week

$2,818

$58

Average $63/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,519	$12,210	$2,818	$70
Average	$130,141	$10,845	$2,503	$63
25th Percentile	$119,646	$9,971	$2,301	$58

Flight Instructor Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Flight Instructor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Religious Activities and Education Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $80,568 - a projected growth of -38% over your current level.

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