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Mechanical Engineers average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | $103,670 | $94,990 | $80,510 | $76,777 | 90 |
| Topeka | $101,510 | $98,620 | $83,660 | $75,378 | 89 |
| Wichita | $100,140 | $94,610 | $77,580 | $74,490 | 89 |
| Manhattan | $91,220 | $83,200 | $70,560 | $68,713 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-2141.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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