Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $78,640 -23.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.81
10th percentile $56,600
90th percentile $110,940
Employed locally 90
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,600
    25th
    $71,630
    50th (median)
    $78,640
    75th
    $101,780
    90th
    $110,940

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,510
    Surveyors $49,640
    Civil Engineers $73,840
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $39,460
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $55,480
    Electrical Engineers $95,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southeast Missouri is $37.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.59 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southeast Missouri is 23.1% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $56,600 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,630.