Mechanical Engineers Salary in East North Dakota

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

Median annual salary $85,280 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $41.00
10th percentile $53,400
90th percentile $117,820
Employed locally 130
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,400
    25th
    $67,960
    50th (median)
    $85,280
    75th
    $106,680
    90th
    $117,820

    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 East North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$84,400
    Civil Engineers$90,910
    Electrical Engineers$114,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in East North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in East North Dakota is $41.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.77 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in East North Dakota is 16.7% 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 North Dakota?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $53,400 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,960.