Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oregon | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $103,470 | $107,639 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.75 | $51.75 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,068.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $109,461 | $77,000 | $143,000 | 132 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Oregon is $103,470, or about $49.75 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Oregon is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Oregon typically earn from $77,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,920 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $103,470, Oregon offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.