Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,230 | $107,639 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.19 | $51.75 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $112,872.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Alabama is $100,230, or about $48.19 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Alabama is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With N/A mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $100,230, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.