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

A Mechanical Design Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Mechanical Design Engineering (0-1 years)earns $57,632, a MEP Mechanical Designer II (1-3 years)earns $67,248, a MEP Mechanical Designer III (3-5 years)earns $82,091,

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

Mechanical Design Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Design Engineering roles are District of Columbia $61,254, California $61,022, Massachusetts $60,208. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Mechanical Design Engineering level roles vary by specialization: VP of Mechanical Design Engineering: $249,300; VP of Mechanical Engineering: $249,208; Mechanical Design Engineering Director: $198,400; Mechanical Engineering Director: $198,346; Mechanical Design Engineering Senior Manager: $168,400.

Mechanical Design Engineering Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Mechanical Design Engineering make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Design Engineering in Rhode Island is $57,359 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,260
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,434 to $65,159
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,861

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Mechanical Design Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,159	$5,430	$1,253	$31
Average	$57,359	$4,780	$1,103	$28
25th Percentile	$53,434	$4,453	$1,028	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Design Engineering Salaries

A Mechanical Design Engineering'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 Engineering 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 Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,254.
California: $61,022.
Massachusetts: $60,208.

District of Columbia $61,254 California $61,022 Massachusetts $60,208 Washington $59,987 New Jersey $59,965 Alaska $59,888 Connecticut $59,124 New York $58,814

Hawaii $57,824 Rhode Island $57,359 Maryland $57,044 Minnesota $56,612 Colorado $56,446 Illinois $56,391 Oregon $56,181 Delaware $56,026

New Hampshire $55,929 Virginia $55,711 Pennsylvania $55,074 Nevada $54,754 North Dakota $54,648 Michigan $54,482 Wisconsin $54,422 Vermont $54,300

Texas $53,962 Maine $53,940 Arizona $53,907 Ohio $53,868 Georgia $53,359 Indiana $53,105 Wyoming $53,055 Utah $52,978

Iowa $52,944 Kansas $52,679 Louisiana $52,601 North Carolina $52,574 Missouri $52,563 Florida $52,347 Montana $52,231 Nebraska $52,120

Kentucky $52,059 South Carolina $51,838 Tennessee $51,700 Idaho $51,644 New Mexico $51,241 Oklahoma $51,152 Alabama $50,826 South Dakota $50,278

Arkansas $49,979 West Virginia $49,819 Mississippi $49,337

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Design Engineerings

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:

Adamsville: $58,076
Albion: $57,586
Ashaway: $57,966

Adamsville, RI $58,076 Albion, RI $57,586 Ashaway, RI $57,966 Barrington, RI $57,434 Block Island, RI $57,754 Bradford, RI $57,931 Bristol, RI $57,655 Carolina, RI $57,836

Charlestown, RI $57,857 Chepachet, RI $57,742 Clayville, RI $57,581 Coventry, RI $57,583 West Greenwich, RI $57,742 East Greenwich, RI $57,545 Exeter, RI $57,726 Fiskeville, RI $57,433

Forestdale, RI $57,875 Foster, RI $57,711 Glendale, RI $57,880 Greene, RI $57,787 Greenville, RI $57,455 Harmony, RI $57,529 Harrisville, RI $57,855 Hope, RI $57,469

Hope Valley, RI $57,915 Hopkinton, RI $57,992 Jamestown, RI $57,798 Kenyon, RI $57,828 Little Compton, RI $58,067 Manville, RI $57,661 Mapleville, RI $57,753 Newport, RI $57,856

Middletown, RI $57,882 North Kingstown, RI $57,644 North Scituate, RI $57,530 Oakland, RI $57,815 Pascoag, RI $57,893 Pawtucket, RI $57,348 Central Falls, RI $57,374 Cumberland, RI $57,700

Lincoln, RI $57,431 Portsmouth, RI $57,850 Prudence Island, RI $57,731 Rockville, RI $57,983 Saunderstown, RI $57,763 Shannock, RI $57,832 Slatersville, RI $57,876 Slocum, RI $57,762

Tiverton, RI $58,026 Wakefield, RI $57,812 Kingston, RI $57,790 Narragansett, RI $57,828 Peace Dale, RI $57,805 Warren, RI $57,582 Warwick, RI $57,422 Westerly, RI $57,980

West Kingston, RI $57,809 West Warwick, RI $57,492 Wood River Junction, RI $57,891 Woonsocket, RI $57,879 North Smithfield, RI $57,747 Wyoming, RI $57,832 Providence, RI $57,332 Cranston, RI $57,339

North Providence, RI $57,346 East Providence, RI $57,336 Riverside, RI $57,354 Rumford, RI $57,345 Smithfield, RI $57,462 Johnston, RI $57,365

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

Understanding how a Mechanical Design Engineering'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 May 01, 2026

$53,434

Average $57,359/year

$65,159

$4,453

Average $4,780/month

$5,430

$1,028

Average $1,103/week

$1,253

$26

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,159	$5,430	$1,253	$31
Average	$57,359	$4,780	$1,103	$28
25th Percentile	$53,434	$4,453	$1,028	$26

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