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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Aviation Maintenance Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Aviation Maintenance Technician roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aviation Maintenance Technician's salary?

An Aviation Maintenance Technician's salary grows with experience: an Airframe and Engine Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $55,345, an Aviation Maintenance Technician (1-3 years)earns $62,338, an Airframe and Engine Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $74,630, an Airframe and Engine Mechanic Supervisor (5+ years)earns $98,268,

What are the highest paying states for an Aviation Maintenance Technician?

Aviation Maintenance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aviation Maintenance Technician roles are District of Columbia $67,605, California $67,349, Massachusetts $66,451. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aviation Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Aviation Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Maintenance Management: $189,466; Aviation Director Of Maintenance: $159,580; Aviation Maintenance Instructor: $96,993; Aviation Maintenance Planner: $80,447; Aviation Maintenance Mechanic: $73,093.

Aviation Maintenance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aviation Maintenance Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Maintenance Technician in Delaware is $61,835 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,238
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,598 to $67,280
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,009

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,280	$5,607	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,835	$5,153	$1,189	$30
25th Percentile	$54,598	$4,550	$1,050	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Maintenance Technician Salaries

An Aviation Maintenance Technician'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 Maintenance Technician 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 Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,605.
California: $67,349.
Massachusetts: $66,451.

District of Columbia $67,605 California $67,349 Massachusetts $66,451 Washington $66,207 New Jersey $66,182 Alaska $66,097 Connecticut $65,254 New York $64,912

Hawaii $63,819 Rhode Island $63,306 Maryland $62,958 Minnesota $62,482 Colorado $62,299 Illinois $62,238 Oregon $62,006 Delaware $61,835

New Hampshire $61,727 Virginia $61,487 Pennsylvania $60,785 Nevada $60,431 North Dakota $60,315 Michigan $60,131 Wisconsin $60,064 Vermont $59,930

Texas $59,557 Maine $59,533 Arizona $59,496 Ohio $59,454 Georgia $58,892 Indiana $58,611 Wyoming $58,556 Utah $58,471

Iowa $58,434 Kansas $58,141 Louisiana $58,055 North Carolina $58,025 Missouri $58,013 Florida $57,774 Montana $57,646 Nebraska $57,524

Kentucky $57,457 South Carolina $57,213 Tennessee $57,060 Idaho $56,999 New Mexico $56,553 Oklahoma $56,456 Alabama $56,095 South Dakota $55,491

Arkansas $55,161 West Virginia $54,984 Mississippi $54,453

Top Paying Cities for Aviation Maintenance Technicians

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:

Lincoln: $61,557
Little Creek: $62,007
Magnolia: $61,918

Lincoln, DE $61,557 Little Creek, DE $62,007 Magnolia, DE $61,918 Milford, DE $61,713 Marydel, DE $61,814 Millsboro, DE $61,298 Millville, DE $61,393 Milton, DE $61,499

Nassau, DE $61,544 Ocean View, DE $61,383 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,500 Seaford, DE $61,535 Selbyville, DE $61,281 Smyrna, DE $62,050 Viola, DE $61,764 Woodside, DE $61,930

Bear, DE $61,787 Newark, DE $61,764 Claymont, DE $61,891 Delaware City, DE $61,826 Hockessin, DE $61,759 Kirkwood, DE $61,814 Middletown, DE $61,838 Montchanin, DE $61,773

New Castle, DE $61,782 Odessa, DE $61,869 Port Penn, DE $61,910 Rockland, DE $61,779 Saint Georges, DE $61,818 Townsend, DE $61,914 Winterthur, DE $61,786 Lewes, DE $61,523

Wilmington, DE $61,762 Dover, DE $62,007 Dover Afb, DE $61,680 Bethany Beach, DE $61,318 Bethel, DE $61,381 Bridgeville, DE $61,526 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,833 Cheswold, DE $61,987

Clayton, DE $61,989 Dagsboro, DE $61,275 Delmar, DE $61,177 Ellendale, DE $61,362 Felton, DE $61,708 Fenwick Island, DE $61,288 Frankford, DE $61,182 Frederica, DE $61,769

Georgetown, DE $61,252 Greenwood, DE $61,536 Harbeson, DE $61,317 Harrington, DE $61,630 Hartly, DE $61,822 Houston, DE $61,542 Kenton, DE $61,992 Laurel, DE $61,215

Yorklyn, DE $61,777

Aviation Maintenance Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aviation Maintenance Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 110% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Aviation Maintenance Technician positions in Transportation or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aviation Maintenance Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aviation Maintenance Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$86,569	$42.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$80,385	$39.0	30%
MFG Durable	$68,018	$33.0	10%

Aviation Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aviation Maintenance Technician'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 July 01, 2026

$54,598

Average $61,835/year

$67,280

$4,550

Average $5,153/month

$5,607

$1,050

Average $1,189/week

$1,294

$26

Average $30/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,280	$5,607	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,835	$5,153	$1,189	$30
25th Percentile	$54,598	$4,550	$1,050	$26

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