Mechanical Engineers pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for mechanical engineers is $48.24 an hour ($100,340 a year). About 2,190 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). It is about the same as the Missouri median ($99,330).
Pay range for mechanical engineers in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.68 | $65,900 |
| 25% of workers | $38.34 | $79,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.24 | $100,340 |
| 75% of workers | $57.70 | $120,020 |
| 90% of workers | $71.66 | $149,060 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis (this page) | $100,340 | 2,190 |
| Kansas City | $99,630 | 4,330 |
| Cape Girardeau | $94,940 | 40 |
| Jefferson City | $89,120 | 60 |
| Joplin | $83,430 | 110 |
| Columbia | $82,200 | 80 |
| Springfield | $80,020 | 210 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for mechanical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +11.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $96,830 |
| Industrial Engineers | $102,230 |
| Electrical Engineers | $123,960 |
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