Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $227,870 | $294,133 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $109.55 | $141.41 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $226,286.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Arizona is $227,870, or about $109.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Arizona is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Arizona typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,200 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $227,870, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.