Mechanical Engineers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $93,620 -8.5% vs national
Median hourly $45.01
10th percentile $67,140
90th percentile $123,890
Employed locally 570
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,140
    25th
    $77,380
    50th (median)
    $93,620
    75th
    $106,850
    90th
    $123,890

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$91,580
    Civil Engineers$92,670
    Engineers, All Other$98,440
    Aerospace Engineers$113,030
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$95,640
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other$87,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Eastern North Carolina is $45.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.79 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 8.5% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $67,140 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,380.