Pilot salary in California

The average salary for a pilot in California is $110,000 per year. Pilot salaries in California can vary between $32,500 to $337,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 1,065 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as pilot.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for pilots in California: FedEx ($265,000 a year), United Airlines ($234,000 a year), and JetBlue Airways ($224,500 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for pilots in California: Temecula, CA ($249,000 a year), Carlsbad, CA ($243,000 a year), and Huntington Beach, CA ($151,500 a year).