As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Helicopter Pilot in the United States is $93,569. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $82,731 to a high of $110,421, with most professionals earning between $87,896 and $102,390.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $102,390 | $8,533 | $1,969 | $49 |
| Average | $93,569 | $7,797 | $1,799 | $45 |
| 25th Percentile | $87,896 | $7,325 | $1,690 | $42 |
An entry-level Helicopter Pilot with less than 1 year of experience earns about $91,706. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $92,130. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $92,722. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $93,832, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $96,465.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Helicopter Pilot | $91,706 |
| Intermediate Level Helicopter Pilot | $92,130 |
| Senior Level Helicopter Pilot | $92,722 |
| Specialist Level Helicopter Pilot | $93,832 |
| Expert Level Helicopter Pilot | $96,465 |
| Entry Level | 2% |
| Mid Level | 2% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 0% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Helicopter Pilot compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $76,310 in 2023 to approximately $69,761 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Helicopter Pilot salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $93,569 | 71.2% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $7,158 | 5.4% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,930 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $1,871 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 6.4% | ||
| Pension | $5,053 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $11,516 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $131,449 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.6% |
| High School | 26.7% |
| Associates | 11.4% |
| Bachelors | 48.9% |
| Masters | 10.8% |
| Doctorate | 1.7% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Helicopter Pilot is $93,569. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Helicopter Pilot is $45; the average weekly pay of Helicopter Pilot is $1,799; the average monthly pay of Helicopter Pilot is $7,797.
A Helicopter Pilot's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Helicopter Pilot earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Helicopter Pilot is $118,019.
The highest pay for Helicopter Pilot is $110,421.
The lowest pay for Helicopter Pilot is $82,731.
Responsible for operation of helicopter. Ensures flight is conducted in the safest manner possible. Determines flight routes, speed, and take off and landing times to fulfill scheduling requirements. Must stay current with federal and local flight regulations. Requires 1,000 hours of helicopter flying time. May require an associate degree. Requires Commercial Pilot license for helicopters - CPL (H). Typically reports to a supervisor. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
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