Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,420 -15.5% vs national
Median hourly $41.55
10th percentile $60,600
90th percentile $127,210
Employed locally 210
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,600
    25th
    $75,680
    50th (median)
    $86,420
    75th
    $109,530
    90th
    $127,210

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,230
    Civil Engineers $91,260
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,180
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,280
    Electrical Engineers $99,380
    Mechanical Drafters $43,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northeast Alabama is $41.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.64 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northeast Alabama is 15.5% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,600 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,680.