How Much Money Do Aeronautical Engineers Make?

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Aeronautical engineers are well-paid among the engineering professions.

The salaries of aeronautical engineers depend on a variety of factors. Overall, the salary for this position is among the highest of the engineering specialties and also one of the highest for holders of bachelor's degrees.

  1. Education Required

    • A bachelor's degree is the minimum education required to be eligible for aerospace engineer positions. Advanced degrees, both master's and doctoral degrees, are available and increase salary levels.

    Location

    • The job location affects the salary range of aeronautical engineers. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, Maryland, the District of Columbia and California are the highest-paying localities, with jobs in these areas paying $107,000 or more. Kansas, Washington and Connecticut have the highest concentration of workers with salary ranges from $85,530 to $92,210.

    Speciality

    • The type of aeronautical industry also affects an engineer's salary. The Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the field of professional, scientific and technical services as the highest-paying field in aeronautical engineering, with an average salary of $116,980.

    National Averages

    • In 2009, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that the mean annual wage for this profession was $96,270 and the mean average hourly wage was $46.29. In 2009, 70,570 aeronautical engineers were at work nationwide.

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