Mechanical Engineers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $97,740 -4.5% vs national
Median hourly $46.99
10th percentile $59,960
90th percentile $128,610
Employed locally 180
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,960
    25th
    $75,710
    50th (median)
    $97,740
    75th
    $112,710
    90th
    $128,610

    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 Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $84,030
    Civil Engineers $102,320
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $81,480
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $62,920
    Electrical Engineers $104,260
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $69,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in East Central Illinois is $46.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.66 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in East Central Illinois is 4.5% 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 Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,960 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,710.