Engineering North Dakota (ND) Rank #37 of 50

Mechanical Engineer Salary in North Dakota

The median mechanical engineer salary in North Dakota 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
#37 of 50
Cost of Living
90%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in North Dakota by Experience

In North Dakota, 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota

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

Major Cities for Mechanical Engineers in North Dakota

The largest employment areas for mechanical engineers in North Dakota include Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Fargo, ND
Metro area for mechanical engineer employment
Bismarck, ND
Metro area for mechanical engineer employment
Grand Forks, ND
Metro area for mechanical engineer employment
Minot, ND
Metro area for mechanical engineer employment
West Fargo, ND
Metro area for mechanical engineer employment

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in North Dakota

Education

Most mechanical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. North Dakota has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SolidWorks/CADThermodynamicsFEAManufacturingMaterials SciencePE License

Job Outlook in North Dakota

Nationally, mechanical engineer employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). North Dakota's demand may vary based on local industry trends.