What are the main factors that influence a Mechanical Design Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Mechanical Design Engineer?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Mechanical Design Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mechanical Design Engineer's salary?

A Mechanical Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Mechanical Design Engineer (0-1 years)earns $58,299, a MEP Mechanical Designer II (1-3 years)earns $68,018, a MEP Mechanical Designer III (3-5 years)earns $83,053,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanical Design Engineer?

Mechanical Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $64,457, California $64,213, Massachusetts $63,357. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanical Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Mechanical Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mechanical Design Engineer VI: $189,000; Mechanical Design Engineer V: $148,553; Mechanical Design Engineer IV: $129,090; Mechanical Design Engineer III: $108,340; Mechanical Design Engineer II: $93,750.

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanical Design Engineer make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Delaware is $58,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Mechanical Design Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,012
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,936 to $67,884
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,276

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Mechanical Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,884	$5,657	$1,305	$33
Average	$58,956	$4,913	$1,134	$28
25th Percentile	$54,936	$4,578	$1,056	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Design Engineer Salaries

A Mechanical Design Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Mechanical Design Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Mechanical Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,457.
California: $64,213.
Massachusetts: $63,357.

District of Columbia $64,457 California $64,213 Massachusetts $63,357 Washington $63,124 New Jersey $63,101 Alaska $63,019 Connecticut $62,216 New York $61,890

Hawaii $60,848 Rhode Island $60,359 Maryland $60,027 Minnesota $59,573 Colorado $59,398 Illinois $59,340 Oregon $59,119 Delaware $58,956

New Hampshire $58,853 Virginia $58,624 Pennsylvania $57,954 Nevada $57,617 North Dakota $57,506 Michigan $57,331 Wisconsin $57,267 Vermont $57,139

Texas $56,784 Maine $56,761 Arizona $56,726 Ohio $56,685 Georgia $56,150 Indiana $55,882 Wyoming $55,829 Utah $55,748

Iowa $55,713 Kansas $55,434 Louisiana $55,352 North Carolina $55,323 Missouri $55,311 Florida $55,084 Montana $54,962 Nebraska $54,846

Kentucky $54,782 South Carolina $54,549 Tennessee $54,403 Idaho $54,345 New Mexico $53,920 Oklahoma $53,827 Alabama $53,483 South Dakota $52,907

Arkansas $52,593 West Virginia $52,424 Mississippi $51,917

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Design Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $58,690
Little Creek: $59,120
Magnolia: $59,035

Lincoln, DE $58,690 Little Creek, DE $59,120 Magnolia, DE $59,035 Milford, DE $58,839 Marydel, DE $58,936 Millsboro, DE $58,444 Millville, DE $58,534 Milton, DE $58,635

Nassau, DE $58,678 Ocean View, DE $58,524 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,637 Seaford, DE $58,670 Selbyville, DE $58,427 Smyrna, DE $59,161 Viola, DE $58,888 Woodside, DE $59,046

Bear, DE $58,910 Newark, DE $58,888 Claymont, DE $59,009 Delaware City, DE $58,947 Hockessin, DE $58,883 Kirkwood, DE $58,936 Middletown, DE $58,959 Montchanin, DE $58,896

New Castle, DE $58,905 Odessa, DE $58,988 Port Penn, DE $59,027 Rockland, DE $58,902 Saint Georges, DE $58,940 Townsend, DE $59,031 Winterthur, DE $58,909 Lewes, DE $58,658

Wilmington, DE $58,886 Dover, DE $59,120 Dover Afb, DE $58,808 Bethany Beach, DE $58,463 Bethel, DE $58,523 Bridgeville, DE $58,661 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,953 Cheswold, DE $59,101

Clayton, DE $59,102 Dagsboro, DE $58,422 Delmar, DE $58,328 Ellendale, DE $58,505 Felton, DE $58,835 Fenwick Island, DE $58,435 Frankford, DE $58,333 Frederica, DE $58,893

Georgetown, DE $58,400 Greenwood, DE $58,670 Harbeson, DE $58,462 Harrington, DE $58,760 Hartly, DE $58,943 Houston, DE $58,676 Kenton, DE $59,105 Laurel, DE $58,365

Yorklyn, DE $58,900

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mechanical Design Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Media sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Mechanical Design Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mechanical Design Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mechanical Design Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$70,747	$34.0	20%
Media	$67,799	$33.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$66,030	$32.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$64,851	$31.0	10%
MFG Nondurable	$63,672	$31.0	8%

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mechanical Design Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on September 01, 2026

$54,936

Average $58,956/year

$67,884

$4,578

Average $4,913/month

$5,657

$1,056

Average $1,134/week

$1,305

$26

Average $28/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,884	$5,657	$1,305	$33
Average	$58,956	$4,913	$1,134	$28
25th Percentile	$54,936	$4,578	$1,056	$26

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