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Commercial Pilots Salary in Texas
Ranked #11 of 48 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of commercial pilotss in Texas earn between $68,460 and $259,990. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean commercial pilots salary in Texas is $152,090, about 4.1% above the U.S. average ($146,080). That works out to roughly $73/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | $198,480 | $160,280 | 50 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $160,160 | $171,660 | 1,810 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $132,400 | $141,740 | 200 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $131,420 | $140,580 | 790 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $118,190 | $141,380 | 240 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $107,810 | $113,320 | 50 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $102,140 | $130,140 | 60 |
| Border Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $101,560 | $113,300 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do commercial pilots make in Texas?
The median commercial pilots salary in Texas is $137,960 per year (mean $152,090), and about 80% earn between $68,460 and $259,990.
How much do commercial pilots make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $73 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $152,090 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for commercial pilots?
Texas ranks #11 of 48 states for commercial pilots pay. Its mean salary of $152,090 is about 4.1% above the U.S. average of $146,080.
Which metro areas in Texas pay commercial pilots the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for commercial pilots are Midland, TX ($198,480), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($160,160), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($132,400), by median annual wage.