Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $106,650 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $51.27
10th percentile $70,570
90th percentile $136,570
Employed locally 1,000
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,570
    25th
    $86,380
    50th (median)
    $106,650
    75th
    $134,430
    90th
    $136,570

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$83,020
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$121,060
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$92,620
    Engineers, All Other$122,700
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians$85,390
    Civil Engineers$93,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southern Indiana is $51.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.97 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southern Indiana is 4.2% above 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,570 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,380.