As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Helicopter Engineer in Houston, TX is $50,861, equivalent to $24 per hour, $978 weekly, or $4,238 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Helicopter Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Helicopter Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $40,286 to $62,291. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,326) and 75th percentile ($56,844), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,291 per year. This $11,518 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Coordination or Equipment Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Helicopter Engineer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide for Helicopter Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Helicopter Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Helicopter Engineer Salary $40,286 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Helicopter Engineer Salary $45,326 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Helicopter Engineer Salary $50,861 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Helicopter Engineer Salary $56,844 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Helicopter Engineer Salary $62,291 Houston, TX November 01, 2026
25% $45,326 10% $40,286 90% $62,291 75% $56,844 $50,861 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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