Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northwest Alabama

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

Median annual salary $81,330 -20.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.10
10th percentile $52,050
90th percentile $125,420
Employed locally 110
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,050
    25th
    $64,440
    50th (median)
    $81,330
    75th
    $101,450
    90th
    $125,420

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $78,900
    Civil Engineers $89,020
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $48,040
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $54,080
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $53,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northwest Alabama is $39.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northwest Alabama is 20.5% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $52,050 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,440.