Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $90,140 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $43.34
10th percentile $65,390
90th percentile $141,150
Employed locally 250
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,390
    25th
    $79,490
    50th (median)
    $90,140
    75th
    $111,190
    90th
    $141,150

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$92,950
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$61,860
    Electrical Engineers$110,380
    Civil Engineers$99,320
    Mechanical Drafters$64,400
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$79,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southeast Minnesota is $43.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 11.9% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,390 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,490.