Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $84,340 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $40.55
10th percentile $67,260
90th percentile $155,610
Employed locally 40
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,260
    25th
    $76,790
    50th (median)
    $84,340
    75th
    $121,980
    90th
    $155,610

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $88,780
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $48,250
    Industrial Engineers $94,850
    Civil Engineers $102,140
    Surveyors $51,560
    Drafters, All Other $53,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southwest Louisiana is $40.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 17.6% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $67,260 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,790.