Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer in the United States is $90,933 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,972
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,906 to $96,711
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,418
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Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $96,711 $8,059 $1,860 $46
Average $90,933 $7,578 $1,749 $44
25th Percentile $84,906 $7,075 $1,633 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salaries

A Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $78,264
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $90,509
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,796
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,683
  • Expert (over 8 years): $158,988
Levels Salary
Engineer ... Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer$78,264
Computati... Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer$90,509
Engineer ... Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer$108,796
Engineer ... Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer$137,683
Engineer ... Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer$158,988
$78,264 0 yr
$90,509 < 2 yrs
$108,796 2-4 yrs
$137,683 5-8 yrs
$158,988 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineers

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:

  • San Jose: $114,694
  • San Francisco: $113,439
  • Oakland: $111,048

What Skills Can Increase a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.97% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Linux (Mentioned in 2.02% Job Postings): Managing a system's hardware and resources using a Unix-like open-source operating system.
  • Agile (Mentioned in 1.67% Job Postings): Agile is a development process where feedback is continuously gathered from users to create the best user experience.
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Analysis 5.97%
Linux 2.02%
Agile 1.67%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer's salary.
  • JavaScript: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Java: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • AWS: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
JavaScript
 $100,936
11%
Java
 $99,117
9%
AWS
 $98,208
8%
Test Automation
 $97,299
7%
Oracle
 $97,299
7%
Agile
 $97,299
7%
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How Education impacts a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $86,378 and $90,322).

Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 3.5%
Associates 3.5%
Bachelors 46.9%
Masters 38.9%
Doctorate 6.8%
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Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer'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.

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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $96,711 $8,059 $1,860 $46
Average $90,933 $7,578 $1,749 $44
25th Percentile $84,906 $7,075 $1,633 $41

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Salary Trends for Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer

Salaries for a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $97,500 in 2023 to around $96,650 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer salary trends, .

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