Mechanical Engineer Salary in Boston, MA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$111,110
Hourly Rate
$53.42
/hour
Jobs in Area
339
employed
Mechanical Engineer Salary Range in Boston, MA
Annual Salary Range
$71k
10th percentile
$90k
25th
$131k
75th
$164k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $71,272 | $34.27 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,106 | $43.32 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $111,110 | $53.42 |
| 75th Percentile | $131,277 | $63.11 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $164,476 | $79.08 |
| Average (Mean) | $118,057 | $56.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Mechanical Engineer salary in Boston, MA is $111,110 per year or $53.42 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Boston, MA Compares
vs National Average
$96,310
vs Massachusetts Average
$103,831
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$74,872
Cost of living in Boston, MA is 48.4% above the national average.
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