How much does an engineer make in Alabama?
$152,600a year
Median yearly pay for engineers in Alabama. That is $73.34 an hour or $12,710 a month.
- Hourly
- $73.34
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,780Median: $152,600Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,780 | $42.20 | |
| 25th | $116,000 | $55.79 | |
| Median | $152,600 | $73.34 | |
| 75th | $183,000 | $88.00 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Huntsville, AL | $155,600 |
| Columbus, GA | $118,800 |
| Mobile, AL | $114,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for engineers.
| 1. New Mexico | $162,100 |
| 2. Alabama | $152,600 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $151,900 |
| 4. Virginia | $148,200 |
| 5. Alaska | $142,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an engineer make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $73.34 ($152,600 a year).
Do engineers make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $152,600 against $122,900 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Alabama rank for engineer pay?
Alabama ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Alabama pays engineers the most?
Huntsville, AL, with a median of $155,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.