Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $104,180 | $107,639 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.09 | $51.75 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,046.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $97,520 | $68,600 | $127,400 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Virginia is $104,180, or about $50.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Virginia is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Virginia typically earn from $68,600 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,470 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $104,180, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.