Commercial Pilots Salary in Ohio
Commercial Pilots in Ohio earn a median of $150,330 a year, +22% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $150,330
- vs. U.S. median
- +22% ($123,220)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,680
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,300; the top 10% earn over $219,140. Nationally the range is $58,850 to $266,620.
States ranked near Ohio
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- Aircraft Service Attendants$43,310 median in Ohio
- Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters$61,390 median in Ohio
- Gas Plant Operators$82,130 median in Ohio
Commercial Pilots pay in Ohio
How much do commercial pilots make in Ohio?
The median is $150,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,300 and the top 10% earn over $219,140. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for commercial pilots?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 48 (+22% vs. the national median of $123,220). Living costs are not included.