FY 2025-2026 Data

Mechanical Engineers Salary in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA, CA

Official H1B prevailing wage data for Mechanical Engineers (SOC 17-2141) in the Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA metropolitan area.

Median Annual Wage (L2)
$115,128

Most common H1B wage level

Entry Level (L1)
$93,184

For junior positions

Location Tier
Tier 3

Standard Metro Area

Detailed Wage Levels
Breakdown of hourly and annual prevailing wages for all experience levels.
LevelExperienceHourly RateAnnual Salary
Level 1Entry Level$44.8/hr$93,184
Level 2Qualified$55.35/hr$115,128
Level 3Experienced$65.91/hr$137,093
Level 4Fully Competent$76.46/hr$159,037

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