Engineering · San Francisco, CA
Mechanical Engineer Salary in San Francisco, CA (2025)
Estimated pay for Mechanical Engineers working in San Francisco, based on California salary adjusted for city cost of living.
Last updated: April 2025 · Source: BLS + Cost-of-Living Adjustment
$198,000
Annual in San Francisco
$95.2/hr
Hourly Rate
$16,500
Monthly
$3,808
Weekly
San Francisco vs California vs National
| Location | Annual Salary | vs. National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $198,000 | +108% |
| California | $132,000 | +50% |
| National Median | $95,300 | baseline |
City estimates use state salary adjusted by cost-of-living multiplier for San Francisco.
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