Aerospace Engineers pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands
In Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX), the median pay for aerospace engineers is $64.41 an hour ($133,970 a year). About 1,890 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($134,960). It is 3% higher than the Texas median ($130,270).
Pay range for aerospace engineers in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.87 | $80,850 |
| 25% of workers | $49.04 | $101,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.41 | $133,970 |
| 75% of workers | $80.58 | $167,600 |
| 90% of workers | $93.84 | $195,190 |
Aerospace Engineers pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $134,570 | 3,430 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (this page) | $133,970 | 1,890 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $128,400 | 300 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $123,210 | 390 |
| Corpus Christi | $117,840 | 80 |
| El Paso | $109,810 | 50 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for aerospace engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands (TX)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $100,950 |
| Industrial Engineers | $111,690 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $125,350 |
| Electrical Engineers | $131,070 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $169,870 |
| Engineers, All Other | $130,270 |
| Chemical Engineers | $138,120 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $130,280 |
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