Mechanical Engineers Salary in Washington
Mechanical Engineers in Washington earn a median of $110,430 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $110,430
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($104,110)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,240
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,400; the top 10% earn over $167,680. Nationally the range is $73,990 to $164,340.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Mechatronics Engineers$134,570 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Aerospace Engineers$158,370 median in Washington
- Chemical Engineers$128,290 median in Washington
- Materials Engineers$139,840 median in Washington
- Industrial Engineers$129,050 median in Washington
- Automotive Engineers$110,430 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
Mechanical Engineers pay in Washington
How much do mechanical engineers make in Washington?
The median is $110,430 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,400 and the top 10% earn over $167,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for mechanical engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 51 (+6% vs. the national median of $104,110). Living costs are not included.