Mechanical Engineers Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $92,030 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $44.25
10th percentile $69,440
90th percentile $131,460
Employed locally 250
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,440
    25th
    $77,280
    50th (median)
    $92,030
    75th
    $108,850
    90th
    $131,460

    Top-paying metros for Mechanical Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $181,480
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $147,730
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $145,640
    New Mexico $141,490
    Salinas, CA $141,420
    Baton Rouge, LA $132,850

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,090
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $55,210
    Civil Engineers $98,010
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $66,390
    Electrical Engineers $95,760
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $51,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Central Kentucky is $44.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.68 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Central Kentucky is 10.1% below the national median of $102,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Mechanical Engineers in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $69,440 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,280.