Commercial Pilots pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for commercial pilots is $117,480 a year. About 1,030 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($123,220). Tennessee ranks 24th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial pilots in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $54,740 |
| 25% of workers | $82,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $117,480 |
| 75% of workers | $169,920 |
| 90% of workers | $204,650 |
Commercial Pilots pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $131,590 | 370 |
| Chattanooga | $130,630 | 40 |
| Knoxville | $123,000 | 80 |
| Memphis | $122,420 | 200 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $114,350 | 30 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | $81,040 |
| Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels | $132,710 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $71,740 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $81,410 |
| Air Traffic Controllers | $157,330 |
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