Mechanical Engineers Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $97,230 -5% vs national
Median hourly $46.75
10th percentile $72,150
90th percentile $134,200
Employed locally 140
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,150
    25th
    $85,420
    50th (median)
    $97,230
    75th
    $104,810
    90th
    $134,200

    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 Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $98,550
    Electrical Engineers $100,420
    Civil Engineers $75,000
    Engineers, All Other $81,020
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $65,660
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $55,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Middle Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Middle Georgia is $46.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.70 or more per hour.

    Is Middle Georgia above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Middle Georgia is 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $72,150 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,420.