Engineering Indiana (IN) Rank #35 of 50

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Indiana

The median mechanical engineer salary in Indiana is $86,679 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,310.

Median Salary

$86,679

vs National

$-9,631

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $58,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,200 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,400

$-9,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,200

$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,060	$63,400	$-6,340
25th Percentile	$70,920	$78,800	$-7,880
Median (50th)	$86,679	$96,310	$-9,631
75th Percentile	$107,640	$119,600	$-11,960
90th Percentile	$131,580	$146,200	$-14,620

Major Cities for Mechanical Engineers in Indiana

The largest employment areas for mechanical engineers in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Indianapolis, IN