Mechanical Engineers
H-1B Salary Data · 38 certified filings
$126,097Avg. Salary
$66,643Minimum
$181,397Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Mechanical Engineers is $126,097 — 4% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 38 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Mechanical Engineers?
The average H-1B salary for Mechanical Engineers is $126,097 based on 38 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $66,643 to $181,397.
$126,097
Average
$66,643
Minimum
$181,397
Maximum
38
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Mechanical Engineers
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc. | $162,921 | 16 |
| Tesla, Inc. | $101,493 | 15 |
Section 2
Mechanical Engineers Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Cupertino, CA | $168,220 | 6 |
| Sunnyvale, CA | $168,220 | 6 |
| Austin, TX | $102,821 | 8 |
Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: General. Updated: Q1 FY2025.