Mechanical Engineers pay in North Dakota
In North Dakota, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $41.51 an hour ($86,330 a year). About 790 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). North Dakota ranks 49th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in North Dakota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.73 | $63,930 |
| 25% of workers | $37.50 | $77,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.51 | $86,330 |
| 75% of workers | $55.21 | $114,830 |
| 90% of workers | $65.41 | $136,060 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in North Dakota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Forks | $91,430 | 90 |
| Fargo | $86,330 | 290 |
North Dakota unemployment rate: 2.2% (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 North Dakota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $98,190 |
| Industrial Engineers | $96,940 |
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