Mechanical Engineers pay in West Virginia
In West Virginia, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $46.82 an hour ($97,390 a year). About 760 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). West Virginia ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in West Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.08 | $64,640 |
| 25% of workers | $39.86 | $82,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.82 | $97,390 |
| 75% of workers | $56.97 | $118,490 |
| 90% of workers | $68.76 | $143,030 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in West Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $109,370 | 70 |
| Charleston | $98,050 | 60 |
| Wheeling | $95,900 | 40 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $95,850 | 160 |
| Morgantown | $86,270 | 40 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $79,300 | 40 |
West Virginia unemployment rate: 4% (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 West Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $86,930 |
| Industrial Engineers | $108,360 |
| Engineers, All Other | $118,800 |
| Electrical Engineers | $113,420 |
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