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

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

How does experience change A Pilot In Command's salary?

A Pilot In Command's salary grows with experience: a Pilot I (2-4 years)earns $118,314, a Pilot II (4-7 years)earns $144,648, a Pilot In Command (7+ years)earns $167,284, a Pilot IV (7-10 years)earns $199,867, a Chief Pilot I (10+ years)earns $173,623,

What are the highest paying states for a Pilot In Command?

Pilot In Command salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pilot In Command roles are District of Columbia $181,125, California $180,438, Massachusetts $178,034. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pilot In Command roles make?

Salaries for Pilot In Command level roles vary by specialization: Aerial Applicator Pilot in Command: $225,749; Pilot Second in Command: $169,521; Officer In Command: $118,002; Pilot I: $116,321; Command Center Manager: $110,437.

Pilot In Command Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pilot In Command make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Pilot In Command in Delaware is $166,043 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,588
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,273 to $176,273
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,453

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Pilot In Command Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,273	$14,689	$3,390	$85
Average	$166,043	$13,837	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$144,273	$12,023	$2,774	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Pilot In Command Salaries

A Pilot In Command'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 Pilot In Command Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pilot In Command'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): $118,314
Early Career (1-2 years): $144,648
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,284
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,867
Expert (over 8 years): $173,623

Levels	Salary
Pilot I Level Pilot In Command	$118,314
Pilot II Level Pilot In Command	$144,648
Pilot In ... Level Pilot In Command	$167,284
Pilot IV Level Pilot In Command	$199,867
Chief Pil... Level Pilot In Command	$173,623

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How Do Pilot In Command 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 Pilot In Commands. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $181,125.
California: $180,438.
Massachusetts: $178,034.

District of Columbia $181,125 California $180,438 Massachusetts $178,034 Washington $177,379 New Jersey $177,314 Alaska $177,085 Connecticut $174,827 New York $173,911

Hawaii $170,983 Rhode Island $169,609 Maryland $168,676 Minnesota $167,400 Colorado $166,910 Illinois $166,746 Oregon $166,124 Delaware $165,666

New Hampshire $165,378 Virginia $164,734 Pennsylvania $162,853 Nevada $161,904 North Dakota $161,593 Michigan $161,102 Wisconsin $160,922 Vermont $160,562

Texas $159,564 Maine $159,499 Arizona $159,401 Ohio $159,286 Georgia $157,781 Indiana $157,029 Wyoming $156,882 Utah $156,653

Iowa $156,554 Kansas $155,769 Louisiana $155,540 North Carolina $155,458 Missouri $155,426 Florida $154,788 Montana $154,444 Nebraska $154,117

Kentucky $153,937 South Carolina $153,283 Tennessee $152,874 Idaho $152,710 New Mexico $151,516 Oklahoma $151,254 Alabama $150,289 South Dakota $148,669

Arkansas $147,786 West Virginia $147,312 Mississippi $145,888

Top Paying Cities for Pilot In Commands

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: $171,457
Little Creek: $169,871
Magnolia: $170,574

Lincoln, DE $171,457 Little Creek, DE $169,871 Magnolia, DE $170,574 Milford, DE $171,457 Marydel, DE $169,233 Millsboro, DE $171,457 Millville, DE $172,602 Milton, DE $171,457

Nassau, DE $171,457 Ocean View, DE $172,602 Rehoboth Beach, DE $172,602 Seaford, DE $169,658 Selbyville, DE $172,602 Smyrna, DE $169,036 Viola, DE $170,574 Woodside, DE $170,083

Bear, DE $167,793 Newark, DE $167,858 Claymont, DE $167,989 Delaware City, DE $167,858 Hockessin, DE $167,989 Kirkwood, DE $167,858 Middletown, DE $168,693 Montchanin, DE $167,989

New Castle, DE $167,989 Odessa, DE $168,922 Port Penn, DE $167,400 Rockland, DE $167,989 Saint Georges, DE $167,858 Townsend, DE $168,676 Winterthur, DE $167,989 Lewes, DE $171,457

Wilmington, DE $167,989 Dover, DE $169,789 Dover Afb, DE $170,181 Bethany Beach, DE $172,602 Bethel, DE $169,658 Bridgeville, DE $171,457 Camden Wyoming, DE $169,969 Cheswold, DE $169,396

Clayton, DE $168,971 Dagsboro, DE $172,602 Delmar, DE $169,658 Ellendale, DE $171,457 Felton, DE $171,457 Fenwick Island, DE $172,602 Frankford, DE $172,602 Frederica, DE $171,457

Georgetown, DE $171,457 Greenwood, DE $171,457 Harbeson, DE $171,457 Harrington, DE $171,457 Hartly, DE $168,889 Houston, DE $171,457 Kenton, DE $168,971 Laurel, DE $169,658

Yorklyn, DE $167,989

Pilot In Command Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pilot In Command'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

$144,273

Average $166,043/year

$176,273

$12,023

Average $13,837/month

$14,689

$2,774

Average $3,193/week

$3,390

$69

Average $80/hour

$85

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,273	$14,689	$3,390	$85
Average	$166,043	$13,837	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$144,273	$12,023	$2,774	$69

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