Mechanical Engineers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,250 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $46.27
10th percentile $66,730
90th percentile $146,270
Employed locally 70
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,730
    25th
    $86,900
    50th (median)
    $96,250
    75th
    $119,240
    90th
    $146,270

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Petroleum Engineers $128,390
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $73,820
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,850
    Engineers, All Other $113,030
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $54,610
    Civil Engineers $101,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Eastern New Mexico is $46.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.35 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 5.9% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,730 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,900.