What Does SpaceX Pay?

Based on 3 employer salary disclosure records. Median salary: $150,000. Figures reflect base pay only — equity and bonuses are not included.

SpaceX Salaries by Role

RoleMedian H1B SalaryFilings
Mechanical Engineers $150,0001
Electrical Engineers $73,6111
Software Developers $199,5341

Where Does SpaceX Hire?

SpaceX hires most frequently in these metro areas:

McKinney, TXSouthfield, MISunnyvale, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median salary at SpaceX?
Based on 3 employer salary disclosure records, the median base salary at SpaceX is $150,000 per year.
What roles does SpaceX hire the most H1B workers for?
SpaceX's top H1B roles: Mechanical Engineers (1 filings), Electrical Engineers (1 filings), Software Developers (1 filings).
Where does SpaceX hire most frequently?
SpaceX H1B filings are concentrated in: McKinney, TX, Southfield, MI, Sunnyvale, CA.

Salary figures derived from H1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor (OFLC LCA Disclosure FY2025 Q2). H1B data reflects base salary only — equity, bonuses, and other compensation are excluded. Record counts represent one quarter of filings.