Mechanical Engineers Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,130 -31.5% vs national
Median hourly $33.72
10th percentile $49,960
90th percentile $102,460
Employed locally 70
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,960
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $70,130
    75th
    $96,980
    90th
    $102,460

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $78,590
    Engineers, All Other $65,450
    Materials Engineers $100,540
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,160
    Civil Engineers $80,400
    Electrical Engineers $91,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in East Arkansas is $33.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.39 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in East Arkansas is 31.5% 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $49,960 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.