Quiz: Mechanical Engineering Compensation

Over the last decade, mechanical engineer’s wages increased by almost 20 percent—well above the average. Test what you know of where MEs work, what they earn, and what industries pay them the most.

Date Published:

May 26, 2023

While it's clear that mechanical engineers work in a wide variety of industries, from manufacturing to construction, the amount of money they earn largely depends on where they work, the industry that employs them, their education level, and the amount of experience they hold.

Test your knowledge of what the Bureau of Labor Statics reported about where most MEs work, what they earn, and which industries pay the most for ME expertise.