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

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

How does experience change a Mechanical Reliability Engineer's salary?

A Mechanical Reliability Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,337 for beginners, reaching about $85,100 at mid-level, and approach $85,463 for experts.

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

Mechanical Reliability Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Reliability Engineer roles are District of Columbia $84,228, California $83,908, Massachusetts $82,790. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Mechanical Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mechanical Engineer VI: $188,946; Mechanical Engineer V: $148,626; Mechanical Engineer IV: $129,106; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,573; Mechanical Engineer III: $108,351.

Mechanical Reliability Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Mechanical Reliability Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Reliability Engineer in District of Columbia is $84,228 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,670
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,424 to $89,170
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,230

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Mechanical Reliability Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,170	$7,431	$1,715	$43
Average	$84,228	$7,019	$1,620	$40
25th Percentile	$77,424	$6,452	$1,489	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Reliability Engineer Salaries

A Mechanical Reliability 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 Experience Level Affects Mechanical Reliability Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanical Reliability Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $83,337
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,010
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,100
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,318
Expert (over 8 years): $85,463

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mechanical Reliability Engineer	$83,337
Intermediate Level Mechanical Reliability Engineer	$84,010
Senior Level Mechanical Reliability Engineer	$85,100
Specialist Level Mechanical Reliability Engineer	$85,318
Expert Level Mechanical Reliability Engineer	$85,463

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How Do Mechanical Reliability 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 Reliability Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,228.
California: $83,908.
Massachusetts: $82,790.

District of Columbia $84,228 California $83,908 Massachusetts $82,790 Washington $82,486 New Jersey $82,455 Alaska $82,349 Connecticut $81,299 New York $80,873

Hawaii $79,511 Rhode Island $78,872 Maryland $78,439 Minnesota $77,845 Colorado $77,617 Illinois $77,541 Oregon $77,252 Delaware $77,039

New Hampshire $76,905 Virginia $76,605 Pennsylvania $75,730 Nevada $75,289 North Dakota $75,145 Michigan $74,916 Wisconsin $74,833 Vermont $74,665

Texas $74,201 Maine $74,171 Arizona $74,125 Ohio $74,072 Georgia $73,372 Indiana $73,022 Wyoming $72,954 Utah $72,847

Iowa $72,802 Kansas $72,437 Louisiana $72,330 North Carolina $72,292 Missouri $72,277 Florida $71,980 Montana $71,820 Nebraska $71,668

Kentucky $71,585 South Carolina $71,280 Tennessee $71,090 Idaho $71,014 New Mexico $70,459 Oklahoma $70,337 Alabama $69,888 South Dakota $69,135

Arkansas $68,724 West Virginia $68,504 Mississippi $67,842

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Reliability 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:

Parcel Return Service: $84,228
Washington: $84,228
Naval Anacost Annex: $84,228

Parcel Return Service, DC $84,228 Washington, DC $84,228 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $84,228 Washington Navy Yard, DC $84,228

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

Understanding how a Mechanical Reliability 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 January 01, 2026

$77,424

Average $84,228/year

$89,170

$6,452

Average $7,019/month

$7,431

$1,489

Average $1,620/week

$1,715

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,170	$7,431	$1,715	$43
Average	$84,228	$7,019	$1,620	$40
25th Percentile	$77,424	$6,452	$1,489	$37

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