Mechanical Engineers Salary in Northwestern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $111,900 +9.4% vs national
Median hourly $53.80
10th percentile $69,980
90th percentile $162,880
Employed locally 140
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,980
    25th
    $86,750
    50th (median)
    $111,900
    75th
    $139,280
    90th
    $162,880

    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 Northwestern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Petroleum Engineers $128,600
    Civil Engineers $74,840
    Industrial Engineers $105,480
    Electrical Engineers $105,560
    Calibration Technologists and Technicians $92,080
    Engineers, All Other $104,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Northwestern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Northwestern Region of Texas is $53.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $91.55 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Region of Texas above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Northwestern Region of Texas is 9.4% 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 Northwestern Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $69,980 per year in Northwestern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,750.