Mechanical Engineers Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $93,960 -8.2% vs national
Median hourly $45.17
10th percentile $76,790
90th percentile $149,820
Employed locally 60
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,790
    25th
    $76,790
    50th (median)
    $93,960
    75th
    $116,610
    90th
    $149,820

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $88,780
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $67,450
    Civil Engineers $102,000
    Industrial Engineers $99,340
    Surveyors $62,680
    Electrical Engineers $108,260

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Central Louisiana is $45.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Central Louisiana is 8.2% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $76,790 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,790.