What are the main factors that influence an Aviation Instructor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Aviation Instructor's salary?

An Aviation Instructor's salary grows with experience: a Aviation Instructor (1-3 years)earns $62,461, a Structural Assembler, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $70,958, an Interior Aircraft Assembly Supervisor (5+ years)earns $107,469, an Interior Aircraft Assembly Manager (5+ years)earns $183,015,

What are the highest paying states for an Aviation Instructor?

Aviation Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aviation Instructor roles are District of Columbia $62,087, California $61,852, Massachusetts $61,028. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aviation Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Aviation Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Specialist: $152,412; Aviation Meteorologist: $139,795; Aviation Maintenance Instructor: $96,976; Aviation Officer: $93,203; Aviation Planner: $80,951.

Aviation Instructor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Aviation Instructor make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Instructor in District of Columbia is $62,087 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Aviation Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,831
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,709 to $67,188
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,812

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Aviation Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,188	$5,599	$1,292	$32
Average	$62,087	$5,174	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$56,709	$4,726	$1,091	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Instructor Salaries

An Aviation Instructor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Aviation Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Aviation Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,087.
California: $61,852.
Massachusetts: $61,028.

District of Columbia $62,087 California $61,852 Massachusetts $61,028 Washington $60,803 New Jersey $60,781 Alaska $60,702 Connecticut $59,929 New York $59,615

Hawaii $58,611 Rhode Island $58,140 Maryland $57,820 Minnesota $57,383 Colorado $57,214 Illinois $57,158 Oregon $56,945 Delaware $56,788

New Hampshire $56,690 Virginia $56,469 Pennsylvania $55,824 Nevada $55,499 North Dakota $55,392 Michigan $55,224 Wisconsin $55,162 Vermont $55,039

Texas $54,697 Maine $54,674 Arizona $54,641 Ohio $54,601 Georgia $54,085 Indiana $53,827 Wyoming $53,777 Utah $53,698

Iowa $53,665 Kansas $53,396 Louisiana $53,317 North Carolina $53,289 Missouri $53,278 Florida $53,059 Montana $52,941 Nebraska $52,829

Kentucky $52,768 South Carolina $52,543 Tennessee $52,403 Idaho $52,347 New Mexico $51,938 Oklahoma $51,848 Alabama $51,517 South Dakota $50,962

Arkansas $50,659 West Virginia $50,497 Mississippi $50,009

Top Paying Cities for Aviation Instructors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $61,750
Washington: $61,751
Naval Anacost Annex: $61,748

Parcel Return Service, DC $61,750 Washington, DC $61,751 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $61,748 Washington Navy Yard, DC $61,750

Aviation Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aviation Instructor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$56,709

Average $62,087/year

$67,188

$4,726

Average $5,174/month

$5,599

$1,091

Average $1,194/week

$1,292

$27

Average $30/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,188	$5,599	$1,292	$32
Average	$62,087	$5,174	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$56,709	$4,726	$1,091	$27

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