Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Occupation
$68,730
National Median Salary
$33.04
Median Hourly Wage
37,450
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2019-2024)
+20.6%
5 Year Change
$56,980
2019 Median
$68,730
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas Distribution | $105,910 | 50 |
| Oil and Gas Extraction | $99,340 | — |
| Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only) | $98,530 | 470 |
| Pipeline Transportation | $98,230 | 50 |
| Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation | $97,620 | 60 |
Top Paying States for Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $100,430 | 410 |
| New Mexico | $87,800 | 330 |
| Indiana | $83,200 | 1,750 |
| California | $82,210 | 3,300 |
| Colorado | $81,700 | 440 |
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Natural Gas Distribution
Oil and Gas Extraction
Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only)
Pipeline Transportation
Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Utilities
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing
