Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $79,730 -22.1% vs national
Median hourly $38.33
10th percentile $49,920
90th percentile $107,250
Employed locally 110
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,920
    25th
    $68,480
    50th (median)
    $79,730
    75th
    $100,100
    90th
    $107,250

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $96,830
    Mechanical Drafters $59,510
    Calibration Technologists and Technicians $59,520
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $78,290
    Electrical Engineers $109,450
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $64,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northeast Nebraska is $38.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northeast Nebraska is 22.1% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $49,920 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,480.