Mechanical Engineers Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,950 -24.8% vs national
Median hourly $36.99
10th percentile $61,170
90th percentile $133,610
Employed locally 110
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,170
    25th
    $65,600
    50th (median)
    $76,950
    75th
    $104,790
    90th
    $133,610

    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 South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $95,150
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $52,060
    Electrical Engineers $108,750
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $77,900
    Civil Engineers $95,810
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $75,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in South Nebraska is $36.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.24 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in South Nebraska is 24.8% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,170 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,600.