Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $84,300 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.53
10th percentile $59,040
90th percentile $129,230
Employed locally 160
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,040
    25th
    $68,540
    50th (median)
    $84,300
    75th
    $103,140
    90th
    $129,230

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $89,070
    Civil Engineers $91,200
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $64,140
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $50,090
    Electrical Engineers $104,170
    Mechanical Drafters $61,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northeast Iowa is $40.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.08 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northeast Iowa is 17.6% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,040 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,540.