Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southern South Carolina

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

Median annual salary $95,850 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $46.08
10th percentile $54,330
90th percentile $151,220
Employed locally 60
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,330
    25th
    $75,530
    50th (median)
    $95,850
    75th
    $125,460
    90th
    $151,220

    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 South Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $100,100
    Civil Engineers $80,020
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $53,110
    Electrical Engineers $98,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Southern South Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southern South Carolina is $46.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.59 or more per hour.

    Is Southern South Carolina above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southern South Carolina is 6.3% 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 Southern South Carolina?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $54,330 per year in Southern South Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,530.