Mechanical Engineer salary in Santa Maria Santa Barbara, CA

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Santa Maria Santa Barbara, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$121,130

Median $121,130
Low $84,480High $172,080

Based on 390 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$84,480
25th percentile
$101,670
75th percentile
$153,970
90th percentile
$172,080

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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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