Mechanical Engineers
SOC code 17-2141 · Architecture and Engineering Occupations
National employment
296,810
Mean annual wage
$113,610
Mean hourly wage
$54.62
Median annual wage
$104,110
Median hourly wage
$50.05
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $73,990 | $35.57 |
| 25th percentile | $84,130 | $40.45 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $104,110 | $50.05 |
| 75th percentile | $132,590 | $63.75 |
| 90th percentile | $164,340 | $79.01 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Architecture and Engineering Occupations
- Industrial Engineers 17-2112$102,440/yr
- Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers 17-2151$106,220/yr
- Environmental Engineers 17-2081$107,110/yr
- Civil Engineers 17-2051$100,840/yr
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval 17-1011$99,280/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.