Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $80,040 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $38.48
10th percentile $61,370
90th percentile $120,200
Employed locally 310
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,370
    25th
    $74,400
    50th (median)
    $80,040
    75th
    $102,520
    90th
    $120,200

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $82,530
    Civil Engineers $82,080
    Electrical Engineers $105,810
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,690
    Mechanical Drafters $61,610
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $87,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northwest Iowa is $38.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.13 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northwest Iowa is 21.8% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,370 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,400.