Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,980 | $107,639 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.07 | $51.75 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,692.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $104,486 | $73,500 | $136,500 | 123 |
| Jacksonville | $91,549 | $64,400 | $119,600 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Florida is $99,980, or about $48.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Florida is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Florida typically earn from $73,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,740 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $99,980, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.