Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $215,150 | $294,133 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $103.44 | $141.41 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $221,576.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Airline Pilot in Texas is $215,150, or about $103.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Airline Pilots is $294,133. Texas is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level airline pilots in Texas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,930 airline pilot jobs on record and a median salary of $215,150, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.