Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Idaho | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $93,190 | $107,639 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.80 | $51.75 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,581.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Idaho is $93,190, or about $44.80 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Idaho is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Idaho typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,070 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $93,190, Idaho offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.