Mechanical Engineers Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $112,910 +10.3% vs national
Median hourly $54.29
10th percentile $58,850
90th percentile $171,190
Employed locally 40
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,850
    25th
    $93,000
    50th (median)
    $112,910
    75th
    $128,290
    90th
    $171,190

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $102,660
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $120,620
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $60,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Massachusetts is $54.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.51 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Massachusetts is 10.3% above 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,850 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $93,000.