How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Columbus?
$82,460a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in the Columbus, IN metro area. That is $39.64 an hour or $6,872 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.64
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 143
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,640Median: $82,460Highest 10%: $123,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,640 | $18.58 | |
| 25th | $59,860 | $28.78 | |
| Median | $82,460 | $39.64 | |
| 75th | $103,900 | $49.95 | |
| 90th | $123,000 | $59.14 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| Cincinnati, OH | $80,430 |
| Elkhart, IN | $79,570 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $79,400 |
| Louisville, KY | $76,310 |
| Lafayette, IN | $74,280 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $64,490 |
| Evansville, IN | $63,590 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,700 |
| Electrical Engineer | $99,960 |
| Industrial Engineer | $97,480 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologist and Technician | $64,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, IN metro area is $39.64 ($82,460 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $82,460 against $74,510 nationally, 11% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $77,220, so Columbus pays 7% more.
Where does Columbus rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
21 of 143 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $123,000 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.