Mechanical Engineers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,830 -19% vs national
Median hourly $39.82
10th percentile $59,480
90th percentile $133,990
Employed locally 790
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,480
    25th
    $74,420
    50th (median)
    $82,830
    75th
    $96,920
    90th
    $133,990

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $83,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Kansas is $39.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.41 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Kansas is 19% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,480 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,420.