SOC 51-2011 · May 2025 · United States
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers across the United States is $65,380 per year, measured over 34,020 jobs. The highest state median is in Washington, at $110,470.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
Pay for this occupation varies by 138.6% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Washington pays $110,470 and Arkansas pays $46,290.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $110,470 | 4,280 | |
| 2 | Pennsylvania | $81,680 | 740 | |
| 3 | Connecticut | $78,630 | 500 | |
| 4 | Texas | $76,640 | 3,010 | |
| 5 | Arizona | $73,930 | 1,210 | |
| 6 | Georgia | $72,550 | 2,950 | |
| 7 | Colorado | $70,870 | 160 | |
| 8 | Tennessee | $66,390 | 130 | |
| 9 | Florida | $64,580 | 1,280 | |
| 10 | Nebraska | $64,530 | 220 |
States with the most Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas | 9,710 | $59,850 | |
| 2 | Washington | 4,280 | $110,470 | |
| 3 | Texas | 3,010 | $76,640 | |
| 4 | Georgia | 2,950 | $72,550 | |
| 5 | California | 2,930 | $63,640 | |
| 6 | Florida | 1,280 | $64,580 | |
| 7 | Arizona | 1,210 | $73,930 | |
| 8 | Alabama | 950 | $58,990 | |
| 9 | Arkansas | 780 | $46,290 | |
| 10 | Pennsylvania | 740 | $81,680 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle | $110,470 | 4,010 |
| 2 | San Francisco | $97,340 | 90 |
| 3 | Dallas | $86,520 | 2,450 |
| 4 | Phoenix | $79,850 | 600 |
| 5 | Miami | $77,920 | 400 |
| 6 | Hartford | $75,200 | 130 |
| 7 | Tucson | $73,930 | 580 |
| 8 | Huntsville | $65,860 | 240 |
| 9 | Los Angeles | $65,000 | 1,570 |
| 10 | Crestview | $64,600 | 90 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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