Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.
The median salary for Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians in the United States is $79,870 per year, about $38 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $62,630 and $99,130 a year.
Salary range
Highest-paying US metros for Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $127,140 |
| Hammond, LA | $87,170 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $101,660 |
| Lafayette, LA | $87,630 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $92,180 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $100,500 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $101,590 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $98,300 |
| Bismarck, ND | $88,570 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $100,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians make in the US?
The median salary is $79,870 per year (about $38 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $62,630 and $99,130 a year.
How much do Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians make per hour?
About $38 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $79,870 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians?
Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary certificate, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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