Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $120,790 +18.1% vs national
Median hourly $58.07
10th percentile $80,500
90th percentile $153,340
Employed locally 400
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $80,500
    25th
    $99,260
    50th (median)
    $120,790
    75th
    $151,440
    90th
    $153,340

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $153,340
    Electrical Engineers $133,950
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $134,430
    Aerospace Engineers $128,230
    Computer Hardware Engineers $121,680
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $113,030

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northeast Virginia is $58.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northeast Virginia is 18.1% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $80,500 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,260.