Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $93,510 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $44.96
10th percentile $70,430
90th percentile $141,290
Employed locally 180
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,430
    25th
    $83,260
    50th (median)
    $93,510
    75th
    $115,770
    90th
    $141,290

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$94,760
    Civil Engineers$92,860
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$105,560
    Engineers, All Other$75,560
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$57,210
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other$82,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $44.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 8.6% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,430 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,260.