Mechanical Engineers pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for mechanical engineers is $48.55 an hour ($100,980 a year). About 3,660 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($100,270).
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.64 | $69,980 |
| 25% of workers | $39.62 | $82,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.55 | $100,980 |
| 75% of workers | $62.21 | $129,390 |
| 90% of workers | $76.88 | $159,920 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $100,980 | 3,660 |
| Tucson | $99,750 | 980 |
| Flagstaff | $98,150 | 40 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $96,690 | 60 |
| Yuma | $92,230 | 100 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for mechanical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $109,020 |
| Civil Engineers | $90,330 |
| Electrical Engineers | $99,160 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $167,010 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $129,540 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $130,470 |
| Engineers, All Other | $102,280 |
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