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Mechanical Engineer Salary

$117,000

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$93.5K

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$151K

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$197K

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The median Mechanical Engineer Salary in United States is $117,000. View Mechanical Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 11/7/2025

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FAQ

  1. What is the salary of a Mechanical Engineer?

    The average total compensation of a Mechanical Engineer in United States is $117,000.

  2. What is the minimum salary of a Mechanical Engineer in United States?

    While there is no minimum salary for a Mechanical Engineer in United States, the average total compensation is $117,000.

  3. Where is a Mechanical Engineer paid the most?

    A Mechanical Engineer is paid the most in San Francisco Bay Area with an average total compensation of $155,000.

  4. What company pays the most for Mechanical Engineer?

    The highest paying company for a Mechanical Engineer is Facebook with an average total compensation of $315,000.

  5. What does a Mechanical Engineer do?

    Mechanical engineers participate in the planning and manufacturing of new products by performing engineering duties and developing, designing and testing mechanical devices

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