Commercial Pilots pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for commercial pilots is $129,860 a year. About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($123,220). Wisconsin ranks 15th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial pilots in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $66,390 |
| 25% of workers | $91,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $129,860 |
| 75% of workers | $257,050 |
| 90% of workers | $269,990 |
Commercial Pilots pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $177,730 | 420 |
| Eau Claire | $114,560 | 30 |
| Madison | $109,740 | 90 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $99,350 | 30 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $86,860 | 50 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | $73,930 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $59,690 |
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