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Licensed Mechanical Engineer

Average Licensed Mechanical Engineer Salary

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$79,311
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$60k
MEDIAN
$79k
90%
$116k

The average salary for a Licensed Mechanical Engineer is $79,311 in 2025

Base Salary
$60k - $116k
Bonus
$1k - $12k
Profit Sharing
$741 - $10k
Commission
$3k - $58k
Total Pay
$58k - $120k
Based on 33,904 salary profiles (last updated Feb 08 2023)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Licensed Mechanical Engineer

Medical
89%
Dental
80%
Vision
71%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Licensed Mechanical Engineers

Male
87.5%
Female
12.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.5%
This data is based on 14,160 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Licensed Mechanical Engineers

What is the highest pay for Licensed Mechanical Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Licensed Mechanical Engineer is $116k / year

What is the lowest pay for Licensed Mechanical Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Licensed Mechanical Engineer is $60k / year

How can Licensed Mechanical Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Licensed Mechanical Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Licensed Mechanical Engineer that oversees more junior Licensed Mechanical Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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