Commercial Pilots pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for commercial pilots is $175,690 a year. About 1,410 people work in this job there.
That is 43% higher than the U.S. median ($123,220). It is 17% higher than the Ohio median ($150,330).
Pay range for commercial pilots in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $60,300 |
| 25% of workers | $92,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $175,690 |
| 75% of workers | $216,270 |
| 90% of workers | $216,270 |
Commercial Pilots pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus (this page) | $175,690 | 1,410 |
| Cleveland | $166,520 | 600 |
| Cincinnati | $130,230 | 190 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $120,910 | 70 |
| Akron | $84,170 | 80 |
| Toledo | $61,080 | 100 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for commercial pilots
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 5,200 openings a year (BLS)
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