North Carolina, NC · 2026
Aerospace Engineers Salary in North Carolina (2026)
Average across 6 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$137,230
per year
State Median
$130,371
per year
vs National Average
-3%
national avg: $142,060
25th %ile
$102,502
Entry
Average
$137,230
State avg
75th %ile
$163,920
Senior
Aerospace Engineers Salary by City in North Carolina
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | $144,617 | +5% | +2.8% |
| Durham, NC | $141,207 | +3% | +2.8% |
| Charlotte, NC | $140,355 | +2% | +2.8% |
| Greensboro, NC | $134,388 | -2% | +2.8% |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $131,831 | -4% | +2.8% |
| Fayetteville, NC | $130,979 | -5% | +2.8% |
Compare cities side by side
See how Aerospace Engineers salaries stack up across North Carolina cities.