Mechanical Engineers Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $88,200 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $42.41
10th percentile $61,700
90th percentile $117,220
Employed locally 290
National median $102,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,700
    25th
    $73,940
    50th (median)
    $88,200
    75th
    $100,550
    90th
    $117,220

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $84,690
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $64,160
    Civil Engineers $80,060
    Mechanical Drafters $58,590
    Electrical Engineers $95,940
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Engineers make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Engineers in Western Wisconsin is $42.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.26 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Mechanical Engineers salaries?

    The median Mechanical Engineers salary in Western Wisconsin is 13.8% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Mechanical Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,700 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,940.