Engineering Santa Fe, NM Pop. 87,505

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median aerospace engineer salary in Santa Fe, NM is $139,568 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$139,568
vs State Avg
+$21,570
vs National
+$12,688
Cost of Living
110%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $88,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $203,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$88,000
+$8,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$140,800
+$12,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$203,500
+$18,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $85,800
25th Percentile $110,000
Median (50th) $139,568
75th Percentile $176,000
90th Percentile $211,200

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Santa Fe

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.