Engineering Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Missouri

The median aerospace engineer salary in Missouri is $111,654 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $126,880.

Median Salary

$111,654

vs National

$-15,226

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $70,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,800 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$70,400

$-9,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$112,640

$-15,360 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$162,800

$-22,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$68,640	$78,000	$-9,360
25th Percentile	$88,000	$100,000	$-12,000
Median (50th)	$111,654	$126,880	$-15,226
75th Percentile	$140,800	$160,000	$-19,200
90th Percentile	$168,960	$192,000	$-23,040

Aerospace Engineer Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for aerospace engineers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$116,730

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$114,192

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$104,042

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$111,654

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$107,848

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Missouri

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Missouri has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook in Missouri

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Missouri's demand may vary based on local industry trends.