Mechanical Engineer salary in Columbia, SC

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Columbia, SC?

Median base salary

Government data

$102,280

Median $102,280
Low $72,120High $150,630

Based on 450 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Columbia, SC (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$72,120
25th percentile
$80,550
75th percentile
$127,220
90th percentile
$150,630

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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