Airfield Operations Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 15,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,870 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $42,000 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $56,850 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $77,340 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $102,120 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$42K
Median
$57K
75th
$77K
90th
$102K
Highest Paying States for Airfield Operations Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | $108,820 |
| Washington | $89,290 |
| Arizona | $76,310 |
| Alabama | $75,980 |
| Virginia | $75,730 |
| Texas | $75,640 |
| Colorado | $74,630 |
| California | $73,180 |
| Oregon | $73,170 |
| New Mexico | $72,550 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Airfield Operations Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Kentucky at an average of $108,820 per year, while New Mexico has an average of $72,550 — a difference of $36,270. 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 Airfield Operations Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15,190 workers were employed as Airfield Operations Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $63,610 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-2022