Engineering Mitchell, SD Pop. 15,660

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Mitchell, South Dakota

The median aerospace engineer salary in Mitchell, SD is $104,042 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 6.8% below the South Dakota state average.

City Median
$104,042
vs State Avg
$-7,612
vs National
$-22,838
Cost of Living
82%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Mitchell by Experience

In Mitchell, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $65,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $151,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,600
$-14,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$104,960
$-23,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$151,700
$-33,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mitchell, SD

Percentile Mitchell
10th Percentile $63,960
25th Percentile $82,000
Median (50th) $104,042
75th Percentile $131,200
90th Percentile $157,440

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How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Mitchell

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Mitchell and the surrounding South Dakota 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 Mitchell may vary based on local industry and population growth.