Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $151,540 | $294,133 | -48% |
| Median hourly wage | $72.86 | $141.41 | -48% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $160,700.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in North Carolina is $151,540, or about $72.86 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. North Carolina is -48% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,240 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $151,540, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.