Mechanical Engineers Salary in East Georgia

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

Median annual salary $89,190 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $42.88
10th percentile $59,620
90th percentile $128,320
Employed locally 70
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,620
    25th
    $67,490
    50th (median)
    $89,190
    75th
    $116,260
    90th
    $128,320

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $73,650
    Industrial Engineers $94,180
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $56,410
    Electrical Engineers $98,570
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,750
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in East Georgia is $42.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in East Georgia is 12.8% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,620 per year in East Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,490.