📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$71,516
per year
Median
$68,761
per year
Hourly
$34.38
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$48,103
25th Percentile — Junior$60,092
50th Percentile — Median$68,761
75th Percentile — Senior$87,068
90th Percentile — Top Earners$96,647
💡 Top-earning Aircraft Mechanics in Texas make up to $96,647 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$59.3k
2021
$61.6k
2022
$63.9k
2023
$66.4k
2024
$68.9k
2025
$71.5k
2026
📈 Aircraft Mechanic salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 3.8% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Aircraft Mechanic Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $69,371 -3.0% High
San Antonio $64,364 -10.0% High
Dallas $70,801 -1.0% High
Austin $77,237 +8.0% High
Fort Worth $68,655 -4.0% High
El Paso $58,643 -18.0% High
Arlington $69,371 -3.0% High
Corpus Christi $62,219 -13.0% High
Plano $72,946 +2.0% High
Laredo $57,213 -20.0% High
Lubbock $58,643 -18.0% High
Garland $67,940 -5.0% High
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Aircraft Mechanic Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Aircraft Mechanics. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $71,516 per year, Texas's Aircraft Mechanic salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $48,103–$60,092, while experienced Aircraft Mechanics can command $87,068–$96,647.

Looking ahead, the Aircraft Mechanic profession in Texas is projected to grow at 3.8% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Aircraft Mechanic salary in Texas is $71,516 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $75,280.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Aircraft Mechanics the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Aircraft Mechanic employment.
  • At $71,516/year, Texas Aircraft Mechanic salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $75,280/year.