Mechanical Engineers Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $79,240 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $38.10
10th percentile $51,990
90th percentile $106,670
Employed locally 120
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,990
    25th
    $63,100
    50th (median)
    $79,240
    75th
    $96,850
    90th
    $106,670

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $83,370
    Civil Engineers $97,740
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $72,550
    Electrical Engineers $86,940
    Engineers, All Other $97,760
    Surveyors $42,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Central Missouri is $38.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Central Missouri is 22.6% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $51,990 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,100.