Mechanical Engineer Salary in Seattle, WA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$119,729
Hourly Rate
$57.56
/hour
Jobs in Area
316
employed
Mechanical Engineer Salary Range in Seattle, WA
Annual Salary Range
$80k
10th percentile
$99k
25th
$141k
75th
$179k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $79,789 | $38.36 |
| 25th Percentile | $99,072 | $47.63 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $119,729 | $57.56 |
| 75th Percentile | $141,181 | $67.88 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $178,668 | $85.90 |
| Average (Mean) | $127,267 | $61.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Mechanical Engineer salary in Seattle, WA is $119,729 per year or $57.56 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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Seattle, WA Compares
vs National Average
$96,310
vs Washington Average
$93,936
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$80,033
Cost of living in Seattle, WA is 49.6% above the national average.
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