Mechanical Engineer Salary in Houston, TX
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$99,025
Hourly Rate
$47.61
/hour
Jobs in Area
324
employed
Mechanical Engineer Salary Range in Houston, TX
Annual Salary Range
$66k
10th percentile
$80k
25th
$120k
75th
$148k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $66,434 | $31.94 |
| 25th Percentile | $79,882 | $38.40 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $99,025 | $47.61 |
| 75th Percentile | $119,754 | $57.57 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $148,057 | $71.18 |
| Average (Mean) | $106,349 | $51.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Mechanical Engineer salary in Houston, TX is $99,025 per year or $47.61 per hour as of 2024. 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 2024. The geographic area covered is the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Houston, TX Compares
vs National Average
$100,140
vs Texas Average
$100,747
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$102,617
Cost of living in Houston, TX is 3.5% below the national average.
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