Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $94,370 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $45.37
10th percentile $76,370
90th percentile $148,820
Employed locally 70
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,370
    25th
    $90,910
    50th (median)
    $94,370
    75th
    $131,800
    90th
    $148,820

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $110,650
    Civil Engineers $99,270
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $50,480
    Electrical Engineers $109,660
    Chemical Engineers $100,390
    Environmental Engineers $109,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southwest Alabama is $45.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.09 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southwest Alabama is 7.8% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $76,370 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $90,910.