Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southeast Alabama

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

Median annual salary $90,910 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $43.71
10th percentile $58,260
90th percentile $135,840
Employed locally 100
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,260
    25th
    $75,970
    50th (median)
    $90,910
    75th
    $114,460
    90th
    $135,840

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$83,490
    Civil Engineers$95,490
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$55,600
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$83,300
    Electrical Engineers$99,310
    Aerospace Engineers$101,640

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southeast Alabama is $43.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.22 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southeast Alabama is 11.2% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,260 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,970.