Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $89,610 -12.4% vs national
Median hourly $43.08
10th percentile $66,680
90th percentile $160,320
Employed locally 60
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,680
    25th
    $78,660
    50th (median)
    $89,610
    75th
    $101,230
    90th
    $160,320

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $107,290
    Electrical Engineers $110,240
    Civil Engineers $75,470
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $43,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northwest Virginia is $43.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northwest Virginia is 12.4% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,680 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,660.