Compensation reference for engineering occupations.
National medians for 2026, ranked highest to lowest. Top earner in this category: Petroleum Engineer at $157,000.
| Role | Median 2026 | 25th % | 75th % | 90th % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineer | $157,000 | $114,600 | $210,100 | $284,300 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $140,000 | $108,200 | $178,200 | $220,700 |
| Chemical Engineer | $125,200 | $97,600 | $161,300 | $203,700 |
| Electrical Engineer | $118,800 | $93,400 | $150,600 | $188,800 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $111,400 | $82,800 | $146,400 | $185,700 |
| Civil Engineer | $108,200 | $82,800 | $137,900 | $171,900 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $108,200 | $84,900 | $135,800 | $167,600 |
| Industrial Engineer | $104,000 | $79,600 | $132,600 | $164,400 |