Aerospace Engineers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,140 -28.7% vs national
Median hourly $46.22
10th percentile $75,700
90th percentile $137,040
Employed locally 80
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,700
    25th
    $75,700
    50th (median)
    $96,140
    75th
    $116,240
    90th
    $137,040

    Top-paying metros for Aerospace Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $175,350
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $174,130
    Colorado Springs, CO $170,080
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $167,340
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $161,580
    Omaha, NE-IA $160,630

    Related occupations in Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Petroleum Engineers$128,390
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$73,820
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$54,850
    Engineers, All Other$113,030
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians$54,610
    Civil Engineers$101,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Aerospace Engineers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Aerospace Engineers in Eastern New Mexico is $46.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.13 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Aerospace Engineers salaries?

    The median Aerospace Engineers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 28.7% below the national median of $134,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Aerospace Engineers in Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Aerospace Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $75,700 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,700.