Mechanical Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 296,810 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $73,990 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $84,130 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $104,110 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $132,590 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $164,340 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$74K
25th
$84K
Median
$104K
75th
$133K
90th
$164K
Highest Paying States for Mechanical Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $152,430 |
| District of Columbia | $138,500 |
| California | $136,660 |
| Alaska | $126,160 |
| Maryland | $125,850 |
| Colorado | $124,410 |
| Rhode Island | $124,290 |
| Texas | $121,510 |
| Massachusetts | $121,430 |
| Washington | $121,370 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Mechanical Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Mexico at an average of $152,430 per year, while Washington has an average of $121,370 — a difference of $31,060. 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 Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 296,810 workers were employed as Mechanical Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $113,610 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2141