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Mechanical engineer salary in Chicago, IL (Updated 2026)

How much does a Mechanical Engineer make in Chicago, IL?

Average base salary

$102,092
same
as national average
Average $102,092
Low $67,650
High $154,068

The average salary for a mechanical engineer is $102,092 per year in Chicago, IL. 120 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 19, 2026).

Mechanical Engineer job openings in Chicago, IL

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Mechanical Engineer, Data Cent...
AECOM3.7out of 5 stars.
Chicago, IL
$150,000 - $195,000 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Mechanical Engineer in Chicago, IL

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
IPS-Integrated Project Service...
 
$175,325per year
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Civil & Environmental Consulta...
 
$175,325per year
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DAVRON LLC
 
$155,000per year
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J.S. Held
 
$150,000per year
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Exponent
 
$148,200per year
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Buro Happold
 
$147,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Mechanical Engineers near Chicago, IL

  1. Mossville, IL
    $119,262 per year
  2. Peoria, IL
    $107,637 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $102,092 per year
  4. Schaumburg, IL
    $89,454 per year
  5. Elgin, IL
    $88,321 per year

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Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Job openings
Average $66,337 per year

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Job openings
Average $79,393 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job openings
Average $129,100 per year