Engineering Rock Springs, WY Pop. 23,036

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Rock Springs, Wyoming

The median aerospace engineer salary in Rock Springs, WY is $116,730 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 0.0% above the Wyoming state average.

City Median
$116,730
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-10,150
Cost of Living
92%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Rock Springs by Experience

In Rock Springs, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $73,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $170,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,600
$-6,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,760
$-10,240 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$170,200
$-14,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rock Springs, WY

Percentile Rock Springs
10th Percentile $71,760
25th Percentile $92,000
Median (50th) $116,730
75th Percentile $147,200
90th Percentile $176,640

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How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Rock Springs

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Rock Springs and the surrounding Wyoming 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 Rock Springs may vary based on local industry and population growth.