Mechanical Engineers Salary in District of Columbia
Ranked #2 of 51 · DC
21.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $138,500 ≈ $67/hr
Median annual salary $133,300
Employment 510
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $86,820P25 $107,300 Median $133,300P75 $166,360P90 $195,190
About 80% of mechanical engineerss in District of Columbia earn between $86,820 and $195,190. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean mechanical engineers salary in District of Columbia is $138,500, about 21.9% above the U.S. average ($113,610). That works out to roughly $67/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $126,990 | $133,380 | 5,390 |