How much does a commercial pilot make in Georgia?
$145,100a year
Median yearly pay for commercial pilots in Georgia. That is $69.76 an hour or $12,090 a month.
- Hourly
- $69.76
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,010Median: $145,100Highest 10%: $247,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,010 | $25.49 | |
| 25th | $102,100 | $49.08 | |
| Median | $145,100 | $69.76 | |
| 75th | $173,900 | $83.59 | |
| 90th | $247,400 | $118.95 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $146,900 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $130,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for commercial pilots.
| 4. California | $165,600 |
| 5. Delaware | $163,600 |
| 6. Ohio | $150,300 |
| 7. Georgia | $145,100 |
| 8. Colorado | $139,700 |
| 9. Texas | $138,000 |
| 10. Vermont | $137,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a commercial pilot make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $69.76 ($145,100 a year).
Do commercial pilots make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $145,100 against $123,200 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Georgia rank for commercial pilot pay?
Georgia ranks 7 of 48 states.
Which city in Georgia pays commercial pilots the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $146,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.