Wrench & WingA&P Mechanic Pay by State (BLS OEWS May 2025)
Updated · Written and reviewed by the Wrench & Wing editorial team
- U.S. median $79,870; 138,090 jobs (May 2025)
- Highest-paid large state shown: Washington
- Local pay varies by employer and experience
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, SOC 49-3011, May 2025) counts 138,090 aircraft mechanics and service technicians, with a median annual wage of $79,870. A median is a midpoint, not a promise; many earn less, especially early on.
| State | Employment | Median annual |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. total | 138,090 | $79,870 |
| Texas | 16,850 | $84,440 |
| Florida | 14,850 | $76,940 |
| California | 12,590 | $86,100 |
| Oklahoma | 8,550 | $74,390 |
| Georgia | 6,720 | $75,640 |
| Arizona | 5,670 | $75,300 |
| Washington | 4,480 | $98,980 |
Source: BLS OEWS, SOC 49-3011, May 2025. Posted pay ranges in individual job listings are employer-stated ranges, not promises.
Jobs you can get with an A&P
An A&P certificate allows you to perform and approve many maintenance tasks under FAA rules (14 CFR 65.81–65.87). Common job types include:
- Airline line and hangar maintenance technician
- Repair station (MRO) technician
- General aviation and corporate aircraft mechanic
- Helicopter and cargo operator mechanic
- Government and contractor maintenance roles
- With further experience: inspector or Inspection Authorization holder (§65.91)
BLS describes duties and work settings in its Occupational Outlook Handbook. Job titles and pay vary by employer.
Related guides
- How to become an aircraft mechanic (A&P)
- A&P school vs the experience route
- What A&P school really costs
- How long it takes to get an A&P
- Switching at 30, 40 or 50
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