Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $293,490 | $294,133 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $141.10 | $141.41 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $293,490.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Illinois is $293,490, or about $141.10 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Illinois is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,460 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $293,490, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.