How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Virginia?
$75,650a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in Virginia. That is $36.37 an hour or $6,304 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.37
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,090Median: $75,650Highest 10%: $98,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,090 | $22.16 | |
| 25th | $60,040 | $28.87 | |
| Median | $75,650 | $36.37 | |
| 75th | $81,090 | $38.99 | |
| 90th | $98,320 | $47.27 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $77,480 |
| Richmond, VA | $70,550 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $61,200 |
| Roanoke, VA | $58,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 18. Maine | $76,790 |
| 19. Texas | $76,610 |
| 20. North Dakota | $76,440 |
| 21. Virginia | $75,650 |
| 22. Georgia | $73,870 |
| 23. Nevada | $72,950 |
| 24. Arizona | $72,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $36.37 ($75,650 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $75,650 against $74,510 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Virginia rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
Virginia ranks 21 of 44 states.
Which city in Virginia pays mechanical engineering technologist and technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $77,480 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.