How much does a mechanical engineer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $61.05 an hour or $10,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.05
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 346
- Jobs in the area
- 5,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $85,760 | $41.23 | |
| 25th | $100,800 | $48.46 | |
| Median | $127,000 | $61.05 | |
| 75th | $160,200 | $77.03 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $166,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $140,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $125,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $61.05 ($127,000 a year).
Do mechanical engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $127,000 against $104,100 nationally, 22% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $133,300, so Washington pays 5% less.
Where does Washington rank for mechanical engineer pay?
12 of 346 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical engineer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $85,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $195,200 or more.
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.