Aerospace Engineers Salary in Virginia
Aerospace Engineers in Virginia earn a median of $143,210 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $143,210
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($134,960)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 2,540
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,420; the top 10% earn over $226,950. Nationally the range is $86,700 to $205,890.
States ranked near Virginia
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Aerospace Engineers pay in Virginia
How much do aerospace engineers make in Virginia?
The median is $143,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,420 and the top 10% earn over $226,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for aerospace engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 41 (+6% vs. the national median of $134,960). Living costs are not included.