Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Salary by State
Also called: Aerospace Engineering Technicians
The national median pay for aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians is $82,890 a year. By state, it ranges from $45,590 in Oklahoma to $125,160 in Washington.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $59,050
- 25th percentile
- $67,680
- Median
- $82,890
- 75th percentile
- $111,280
- Top 10%
- $125,160
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 11,280 jobs.
Median pay in 24 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $125,160 | +51% | $108,200 | $125,160 | 1,590 |
| 2 | Alaska | $105,780 | +28% | $104,240 | $113,500 | 40 |
| 3 | Nevada | $102,980 | +24% | $62,700 | $125,010 | 50 |
| 4 | California | $99,000 | +19% | $71,990 | $161,650 | 1,560 |
| 5 | Colorado | $98,990 | +19% | $84,150 | $131,670 | 660 |
| 6 | Maryland | $91,820 | +11% | $62,200 | $124,430 | 200 |
| 7 | Oregon | $81,100 | −2% | $54,400 | $81,310 | 120 |
| 8 | Virginia | $81,040 | −2% | $58,910 | $100,610 | 270 |
| 9 | Massachusetts | $79,420 | −4% | $72,890 | $99,740 | 30 |
| 10 | Connecticut | $79,410 | −4% | $68,840 | $132,640 | 70 |
| 11 | Ohio | $79,310 | −4% | $60,010 | $105,030 | 900 |
| 12 | Florida | $78,560 | −5% | $57,200 | $122,870 | 770 |
| 13 | Kansas | $78,350 | −5% | $51,200 | $100,170 | 580 |
| 14 | Texas | $78,350 | −5% | $56,000 | $119,840 | 950 |
| 15 | Utah | $76,680 | −7% | $64,170 | $112,740 | 400 |
| 16 | Arizona | $75,230 | −9% | $61,530 | $94,390 | 380 |
| 17 | Minnesota | $71,240 | −14% | $64,930 | $78,080 | Not published |
| 18 | Michigan | $69,840 | −16% | $42,700 | $98,610 | 70 |
| 19 | New Mexico | $66,460 | −20% | $64,320 | $92,220 | Not published |
| 20 | New York | $64,480 | −22% | $53,000 | $88,650 | 330 |
| 21 | Indiana | $62,520 | −25% | $48,710 | $77,550 | 480 |
| 22 | Alabama | $62,130 | −25% | $43,390 | $110,250 | 140 |
| 23 | Pennsylvania | $60,770 | −27% | $54,380 | $91,620 | 80 |
| 24 | Oklahoma | $45,590 | −45% | $37,120 | $104,420 | 30 |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians salary questions
Which state pays aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians the most?
Washington, with a median of $125,160 a year (+51% vs. the national median of $82,890). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians the least?
Oklahoma, with a median of $45,590 a year (−45% vs. national).
Where do most aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians work?
Washington has the most jobs, about 1,590, with a median of $125,160.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.