Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,430 | $107,639 | +16% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.82 | $51.75 | +16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $120,689.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $109,461 | $77,000 | $143,000 | 115 |
| Colorado Springs | $99,510 | $70,000 | $130,000 | 105 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Colorado is $124,430, or about $59.82 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Colorado is +16% above the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Colorado typically earn from $77,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,190 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $124,430, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.