Mechanical Engineers pay in Louisville/Jefferson County
In Louisville/Jefferson County (KY), the median pay for mechanical engineers is $47.74 an hour ($99,290 a year). About 1,320 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). It is 2% lower than the Kentucky median ($101,050).
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.36 | $65,240 |
| 25% of workers | $36.71 | $76,370 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.74 | $99,290 |
| 75% of workers | $57.49 | $119,580 |
| 90% of workers | $72.09 | $149,940 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $103,820 | 900 |
| Elizabethtown | $102,590 | 450 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County (this page) | $99,290 | 1,320 |
| Bowling Green | $99,090 | 130 |
| Owensboro | $97,810 | 50 |
| Paducah | $94,060 | 90 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $95,370 |
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