Mechanical Engineer Salary in 2026

Based on 188 salary-transparent job listings

$15,605 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$32

Average

$15,605

High

$180,000

Avg: $15,605
$32$180,000

25th Percentile

$7,819

Median

$90,016

75th Percentile

$97,803

Job Count

188

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
148
$30K - $50K
16
$50K - $75K
12
$75K - $100K
5
$100K - $150K
8

Mechanical Engineer Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $15,523 189

Mechanical Engineer Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Huntington $142,500 1
Fountain Valley $135,000 1
Torrance $120,000 1
Chicago $102,500 1
Los Osos $102,500 1
Pasadena $100,000 1
Santa Clara $97,500 1
Fort Lauderdale $92,500 1
Broomfield $88,000 1
Happy Valley $85,000 1

Mechanical Engineer Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$15,523

189 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Mechanical Engineer salary?

The average Mechanical Engineer salary is $15,605 per year based on 188 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $32 to $180,000.

What is the highest paying city for Mechanical Engineer?

The highest paying city for Mechanical Engineer roles is Huntington with an average salary of $142,500.

How much does an entry level Mechanical Engineer make?

Entry level salary data for Mechanical Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $15,605.

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