Mechanical Engineers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,080 -18.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.94
10th percentile $58,790
90th percentile $134,330
Employed locally 350
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,790
    25th
    $68,800
    50th (median)
    $83,080
    75th
    $107,210
    90th
    $134,330

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $83,550
    Civil Engineers $90,990
    Electrical Engineers $99,620
    Mechanical Drafters $58,750
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,820
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $85,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $39.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $68.38 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 18.8% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,790 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,800.