Mechanical Engineer Salary in United States
Mechanical Engineer Salary in Durham
Based on 270 job listings - Durham, United States 2026
-12% vs 2025Average salary
$117,676 - $165,927
Median salary
$124,000 - $144,865
Lower rangeUpper range
Salary distribution by percentile
10th percentile$76K
25th percentile$85K
Median$124K
75th percentile$140K
90th percentile$186K
50% of professionals earn between $84,700 - $140,000 USD
The median salary is $124,000
Compare with national average
Durham
Average salary
117,676 - 165,927
Median salary
124,000 - 144,865
270 job openings
United States
Average salary
100,000 - 120,000
Median salary
100,000 - 120,000
342,622 job openings
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The average salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Durham, United States is USD 117,676 - USD 165,927 per year in 2026, based on 270 job listings.
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