Pilot Salary in San Francisco, CA

The average Pilot in San Francisco, CA earns $349,450 per year, with most salaries falling between $272,600 and $578,550. That's 45% above the national average of $241,000 for this role.

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Pilot pay by experience in San Francisco, CA

ExperienceAverageTypical range
Entry-level$188,500$124,700 – $255,200
Mid-level$349,450$272,600 – $578,550
Senior$522,000$403,100 – $694,550
Staff / Lead$691,650$535,050 – $907,700
Executive$900,450$700,350 – $1,251,350

Salary percentiles (mid-level)

$311,750
$349,450
$462,550

Figures are modeled market estimates for San Francisco, CA based on Earnable's salary dataset, updated 2026. Your actual pay depends on company, skills, and negotiation — look up your exact number.

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