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Mechanical engineer salary in Corpus Christi, TX

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Corpus Christi, TX?

Average base salary

$98,741
11%
above national average
Estimated take-home pay: $84,118 
Average $98,741
Low $70,801
High $137,706
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a mechanical engineer is $98,741 per year in Corpus Christi, TX. 11 salaries reported, updated at June 2, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in Corpus Christi, TX

Years of experiencePer year
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 9 years
More than 10 years
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Top companies for Mechanical Engineers in Corpus Christi, TX

  1. Team Lease
    3.8
    297 reviews12 salaries reported
    $502,469per year
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Highest paying cities for Mechanical Engineers near Corpus Christi, TX

  1. Denton, TX
    $101,075 per year
    120 salaries reported
  2. Corpus Christi, TX
    $98,741 per year
    11 salaries reported
  3. Austin, TX
    $95,554 per year
    114 salaries reported
  1. Houston, TX
    $95,056 per year
    336 salaries reported
  2. West Lake Hills, TX
    $90,756 per year
    500 salaries reported
  3. Dallas, TX
    $89,954 per year
    60 salaries reported
  1. San Antonio, TX
    $85,178 per year
    63 salaries reported
  2. Fort Worth, TX
    $84,094 per year
    41 salaries reported
  3. West, TX
    $59,567 per year
    100 salaries reported
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Where can a Mechanical Engineer earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Mechanical Engineers

Most recommended certification

Six Sigma Certification

(earn +32.49% more)

The jobs requiring this certification have decrease by 32.58% since 2018. Mechanical Engineers with this certification earn +32.49% more than the average base salary, which is $98,741 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this certificationChange from previous year
2012693increase by 693
20132357increase by 240.12%
20143016increase by 27.96%
2015830decrease by 72.48%
2016926increase by 11.57%
2017311decrease by 66.41%
2018528increase by 69.77%
2019356decrease by 32.58%

Top companies hiring Mechanical Engineers with the recommended certification

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Top schools offering Six Sigma Certification

Carteret Community College

1 review

Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center

Top fields of study
Aerospace Engineering Degree
+64.41%salary
Top skills
Revit
+11.11%salary
Top licenses
Professional Engineer
+10.13%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top CertificationsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
26 jobs31
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Most common benefits for Mechanical Engineers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 729 ratings

64% of Mechanical Engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Corpus Christi, TX?

Mechanical Designer

4 job openings

Average $120,910 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Mechanical Engineer

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Which cities have the highest salaries for mechanical engineers?

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