How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Mississippi?
$70,570a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in Mississippi. That is $33.93 an hour or $5,881 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.93
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,240Median: $70,570Highest 10%: $91,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,240 | $23.67 | |
| 25th | $60,040 | $28.87 | |
| Median | $70,570 | $33.93 | |
| 75th | $73,940 | $35.55 | |
| 90th | $91,170 | $43.83 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $73,940 |
| Memphis, TN | $64,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 24. Arizona | $72,090 |
| 25. Iowa | $71,670 |
| 26. Pennsylvania | $70,820 |
| 27. Mississippi | $70,570 |
| 28. South Carolina | $69,580 |
| 29. Idaho | $68,310 |
| 30. Michigan | $68,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $33.93 ($70,570 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $70,570 against $74,510 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
Mississippi ranks 27 of 44 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays mechanical engineering technologist and technicians the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $73,940 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.