Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $78,340 -23.4% vs national
Median hourly $37.66
10th percentile $56,430
90th percentile $116,120
Employed locally 40
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,430
    25th
    $64,200
    50th (median)
    $78,340
    75th
    $91,470
    90th
    $116,120

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,430
    Civil Engineers $71,740
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southwest Missouri is $37.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southwest Missouri is 23.4% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $56,430 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,200.