How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $37.25 an hour or $6,457 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.25
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 143
- Jobs in the area
- 360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,360 | $23.73 | |
| 25th | $69,340 | $33.34 | |
| Median | $77,480 | $37.25 | |
| 75th | $86,270 | $41.48 | |
| 90th | $111,200 | $53.48 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for mechanical engineering technologist and technicians.
| 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 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $37.25 ($77,480 a year).
Do mechanical engineering technologist and technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,480 against $74,510 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Washington rank for mechanical engineering technologist and technician pay?
49 of 143 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical engineering technologist and technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $111,200 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.