According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, California is one of the best states for mechanical engineers. Mechanical engineers can earn a median salary of $85,150 per year in California.
The average salary for mechanical engineers in California is $87,250 per year. Mechanical engineers with more than 25 years of experience can earn an average annual salary of $189,000.
Mechanical Engineering Salary In California
The average salary for a mechanical engineer in California is around $101,710 per year.
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Show avg averagehourly wage$66KBOTTOM 20%$101.7KMEDIAN$165.9KTOP 20%
Mechanical engineers earn an average yearly salary of $101,710.
Wages typically start from $65,990 and go up to $165,860.
45% above national average ●
Average base salary
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$86,467Per hourPer dayPer weekPer monthPer year
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Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a mechanical engineer is $86,467 per year in California. 735 salaries reported, updated at July 1, 2022.
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Salaries by years of experience in California
Years of experience | Per year |
---|---|
Less than 1 year | $77,182 |
1 to 2 years | $77,741 |
3 to 5 years | – |
6 to 9 years | $107,046 |
More than 10 years | $119,241 |
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Top companies for Mechanical Engineers in California
Tata group4.329 reviews8 salaries reported$297,652per year
Meta4.1656 reviews15 salaries reported$240,900per year
SM&A3.722 reviews12 salaries reported$216,503per year
Sandia National Laboratories4.2274 reviews17 salaries reported$198,887per year
McDermott3.92655 reviews11 salaries reported$195,016per year