Mechanical Engineers Salary in California

Median Salary

$130,900

per year

Hourly Rate

$62.94

per hour

Employment

30,530

in California

vs. National Avg

+25.7%

National: $104,110

📊 Compared to the national median of $104,110, California pays 25.7% MORE for Mechanical Engineers positions.

Purchasing Power

$118,248

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

21%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$82,070

25th

$102,360

Median

$130,900

75th

$166,580

90th

$203,620

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).