Difference From U.S. Median
+$2,210
Median Hourly Wage
$39.46
Aircraft Mechanics Employed
2,690
Median Pay Rank Among States
17th of 50
Source: BLS OEWS
Colorado's aircraft mechanic workforce is expanding quickly: Projections Central expects jobs to grow 21.3%, from 2,720 to 3,300, by 2034, more than five times the 4% national rate. The aircraft mechanic salary in Colorado comes in at a median of $82,080 a year, or $39.46 an hour, per BLS OEWS data for May 2025, above the $79,870 national median.
The Army's 4th Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Carson maintains helicopters out of Colorado Springs, while Frontier Airlines runs a maintenance facility at Denver International Airport. Denver pays the higher metro median, $86,830 a year, against Colorado Springs's $79,810.
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Colorado by Percentile
| Percentile | Colorado | United States | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $60,960 | $48,780 | +$12,180 |
| 25th percentile | $75,270 | $62,630 | +$12,640 |
| Median (50th) | $82,080 | $79,870 | +$2,210 |
| 75th percentile | $103,300 | $99,130 | +$4,170 |
| 90th percentile | $130,160 | $128,890 | +$1,270 |
| Mean (average) | $90,620 | $84,740 | +$5,880 |
Rank among states: 17th of 50. All 50 states compared
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Colorado by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Employed | Median Salary | Hourly Median | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 1,740 | $86,830 | $41.75 | 1.21 |
| Colorado Springs | 400 | $79,810 | $38.37 | 1.43 |
Avionics Technician and Related Aviation Pay in Colorado
| Occupation | Employed | Colorado Median | U.S. Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | 2,690 | $82,080 | $79,870 |
| Avionics technicians | 220 | $79,000 | $82,280 |
| Transportation inspectors | 460 | $81,820 | $92,100 |
| Aerospace engineering and operations technicians | 660 | $98,990 | $82,890 |
| Aircraft structure and systems assemblers | 160 | $70,870 | $65,380 |
Colorado Aircraft Mechanic Job Outlook, 2024 to 2034
| Occupation | 2024 Jobs | 2034 Jobs | Change | Openings per Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | 2,720 | 3,300 | +21.3% | 280 |
| Avionics technicians | 180 | 210 | +17.7% | 20 |
Colorado's Aircraft Mechanic Job Growth
Projections Central expects Colorado's aircraft mechanic jobs to grow 21.3%, from 2,720 to 3,300, over 2024-2034, more than five times the 4% national rate. That adds up to about 280 openings a year, among the faster growth rates of any state.
Named Aircraft Mechanic Employers in Colorado
The Army's 4th Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Carson maintains helicopters out of Colorado Springs. Frontier Airlines runs a maintenance facility at Denver International Airport, and Fourth Front Aviation operates an avionics shop at Colorado Springs Airport. Denver pays the higher metro median, at $86,830 a year, against Colorado Springs's $79,810.
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Colorado vs. Neighboring States
Aviation Maintenance Schools in Colorado
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Sources
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025: national, state, metropolitan area, and industry estimates
- Projections Central, State Occupational Employment Projections 2024-2034
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school records
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