Mechanical Engineer salary in Salinas, CA

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Salinas, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$132,560

Median $132,560
Low $69,240High $175,200

Based on 70 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Salinas, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$69,240
25th percentile
$98,130
75th percentile
$155,450
90th percentile
$175,200

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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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