Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $84,440 -17.5% vs national
Median hourly $40.60
10th percentile $63,550
90th percentile $121,850
Employed locally 100
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,550
    25th
    $74,970
    50th (median)
    $84,440
    75th
    $98,520
    90th
    $121,850

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $86,600
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,850
    Civil Engineers $81,460
    Electrical Engineers $102,340
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $94,920
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $40,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southwest Virginia is $40.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southwest Virginia is 17.5% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,550 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,970.