How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Providence?
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $37.73 an hour or $6,540 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.73
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 143
- Jobs in the area
- 90
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,360 | $24.69 | |
| 25th | $58,100 | $27.93 | |
| Median | $78,480 | $37.73 | |
| 75th | $82,080 | $39.46 | |
| 90th | $141,000 | $67.77 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Electronics Engineer | $132,900 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $125,100 |
| Electrical Engineer | $114,700 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $111,400 |
| Engineer | $110,500 |
| Chemical Engineer | $107,000 |
| Industrial Engineer | $106,300 |
| Architect | $105,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $101,700 |
| Bioengineer and Biomedical Engineer | $101,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $37.73 ($78,480 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $78,480 against $74,510 nationally, 5% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $81,600, so Providence pays 4% less.
Where does Providence rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
42 of 143 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $141,000 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.