The average salary for Mechanical Engineers in the United States is around $100820 per year.
In the United States, Mechanical Engineers earn an average hourly wage of $48.47 and a mean annual wage of $100820.
$48.47
$100820
For Mechanical Engineers positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $29.8 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $37.01 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $46.31, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $58.98. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $72.72 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Mechanical Engineers roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $61990 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $76980 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $96310. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $122680, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $151260 per year.
$29.8
$61990
$37.01
$76980
$46.31
$96310
$58.98
$122680
$72.72
$151260
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)