Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $102,850 +0.5% vs national
Median hourly $49.45
10th percentile $72,770
90th percentile $158,600
Employed locally 100
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,770
    25th
    $88,390
    50th (median)
    $102,850
    75th
    $126,190
    90th
    $158,600

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electrical Engineers $156,670
    Industrial Engineers $100,390
    Civil Engineers $89,540
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $75,010
    Engineers, All Other $102,690
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $60,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southern Vermont is $49.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $74.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southern Vermont is 0.5% 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 Vermont?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $72,770 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $88,390.