Engineering Lincoln, NE Pop. 291,082

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Lincoln, Nebraska

The median mechanical engineer salary in Lincoln, NE is $86,679 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 0.0% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$86,679
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-9,631
Cost of Living
90%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Lincoln by Experience

In Lincoln, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $58,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,200 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Lincoln, NE

Percentile Lincoln
10th Percentile $57,060
25th Percentile $70,920
Median (50th) $86,679
75th Percentile $107,640
90th Percentile $131,580

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Omaha, NE
$89,568
Pop. 486,051
Bellevue, NE
$88,605
Pop. 64,176
Kearney, NE
$82,827
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$80,900
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in Lincoln

Education

Most mechanical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Lincoln and the surrounding Nebraska area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SolidWorks/CADThermodynamicsFEAManufacturingMaterials SciencePE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, mechanical engineer employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Lincoln may vary based on local industry and population growth.