Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 138,090 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,780 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $62,630 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $79,870 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $99,130 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $128,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$49K
25th
$63K
Median
$80K
75th
$99K
90th
$129K
Highest Paying States for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $137,860 |
| New Jersey | $110,880 |
| Massachusetts | $96,210 |
| Connecticut | $96,200 |
| Maryland | $94,270 |
| Washington | $94,040 |
| Hawaii | $91,830 |
| Nevada | $91,000 |
| Colorado | $90,620 |
| Minnesota | $90,160 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $137,860 per year, while Minnesota has an average of $90,160 — a difference of $47,700. 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 Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 138,090 workers were employed as Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations. The annual mean wage of $84,740 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 49-3011