Mechanical Engineers Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $84,360 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.56
10th percentile $67,320
90th percentile $123,710
Employed locally 180
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,320
    25th
    $77,640
    50th (median)
    $84,360
    75th
    $103,810
    90th
    $123,710

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $90,080
    Civil Engineers $92,810
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $53,180
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $45,350
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $57,690
    Electrical Engineers $102,040

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in East South Dakota is $40.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in East South Dakota is 17.6% 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 East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $67,320 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,640.