Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 36,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,400 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $59,510 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $74,510 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $88,110 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $106,050 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$60K
Median
$75K
75th
$88K
90th
$106K
Highest Paying States for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | $119,750 |
| Rhode Island | $94,080 |
| New Mexico | $92,890 |
| Missouri | $91,740 |
| California | $91,570 |
| Washington | $86,940 |
| Maryland | $83,690 |
| Texas | $81,660 |
| Connecticut | $81,540 |
| Illinois | $79,370 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Louisiana at an average of $119,750 per year, while Illinois has an average of $79,370 — a difference of $40,380. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 36,190 workers were employed as Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $76,380 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3027