Mechanical Engineers Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $79,360 -22.4% vs national
Median hourly $38.16
10th percentile $55,110
90th percentile $113,400
Employed locally 70
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,110
    25th
    $66,520
    50th (median)
    $79,360
    75th
    $95,020
    90th
    $113,400

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $73,190
    Civil Engineers $90,190
    Industrial Engineers $127,270
    Surveyors $66,720
    Electrical Engineers $100,990
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $77,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Maryland is $38.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.49 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Maryland is 22.4% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $55,110 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,520.