How much does an aerospace engineer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for aerospace engineers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $80.01 an hour or $13,870 a month.
- Hourly
- $80.01
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 89
- Jobs in the area
- 2,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $104,000 | $50.01 | |
| 25th | $132,500 | $63.71 | |
| Median | $166,400 | $80.01 | |
| 75th | $195,200 | $93.84 | |
| 90th | $250,000 | $120.19 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for aerospace engineers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $140,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $125,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an aerospace engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $80.01 ($166,400 a year).
Do aerospace engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $166,400 against $135,000 nationally, 23% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $157,600, so Washington pays 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for aerospace engineer pay?
6 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does an aerospace engineer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $104,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $250,000 or more.
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.