Aerospace Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 67,710 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $86,700 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $106,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $134,960 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $169,690 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $205,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$87K
25th
$106K
Median
$135K
75th
$170K
90th
$206K
Highest Paying States for Aerospace Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $159,960 |
| Maryland | $159,590 |
| Hawaii | $158,520 |
| Colorado | $157,060 |
| Washington | $156,000 |
| Virginia | $155,770 |
| District of Columbia | $154,410 |
| Massachusetts | $145,810 |
| Minnesota | $145,470 |
| Nebraska | $145,420 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Aerospace Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $159,960 per year, while Nebraska has an average of $145,420 — a difference of $14,540. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Aerospace Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 67,710 workers were employed as Aerospace Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $142,060 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2011