How much does an aerospace engineer make in Washington?
$158,400a year
Median yearly pay for aerospace engineers in Washington. That is $76.14 an hour or $13,200 a month.
- Hourly
- $76.14
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 5,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $112,600Median: $158,400Highest 10%: $207,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $112,600 | $54.13 | |
| 25th | $130,600 | $62.77 | |
| Median | $158,400 | $76.14 | |
| 75th | $181,500 | $87.24 | |
| 90th | $207,700 | $99.86 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $163,600 |
| Spokane, WA | $140,500 |
| Portland, OR | $138,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for aerospace engineers.
| 1. Minnesota | $159,100 |
| 2. Washington | $158,400 |
| 3. California | $157,600 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $157,600 |
| 5. Maryland | $156,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an aerospace engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $76.14 ($158,400 a year).
Do aerospace engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $158,400 against $135,000 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Washington rank for aerospace engineer pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 41 states.
Which city in Washington pays aerospace engineers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $163,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.