Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $99,320 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $47.75
10th percentile $66,420
90th percentile $128,720
Employed locally 750
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,420
    25th
    $78,200
    50th (median)
    $99,320
    75th
    $106,470
    90th
    $128,720

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $96,420
    Civil Engineers $99,830
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $57,630
    Mechanical Drafters $65,160
    Electrical Engineers $101,580
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $61,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southeast Iowa is $47.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.07 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southeast Iowa is 2.9% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,420 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,200.