Mechanical Engineers pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $47.12 an hour ($98,000 a year). About 1,570 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). Mississippi ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.91 | $62,210 |
| 25% of workers | $36.31 | $75,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.12 | $98,000 |
| 75% of workers | $61.25 | $127,410 |
| 90% of workers | $65.86 | $136,990 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $103,450 | 410 |
| Jackson | $81,300 | 230 |
| Hattiesburg | $76,770 | 40 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $95,830 |
| Civil Engineers | $100,170 |
| Electrical Engineers | $104,990 |
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