Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,550 | $107,639 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.86 | $51.75 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,324.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $99,510 | $70,000 | $130,000 | 105 |
| Memphis | $87,569 | $61,600 | $114,400 | 85 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Tennessee is $99,550, or about $47.86 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Tennessee is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Tennessee typically earn from $70,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,930 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $99,550, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.