How much does an MEP Engineer make in Washington, DC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an MEP Engineer in Washington, DC is $68,580. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $55,102 to a high of $86,030, with most professionals earning between $61,525 and $77,714.

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MEP Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile MEP Engineer Salary $55,102 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile MEP Engineer Salary $61,525 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile MEP Engineer Salary $68,580 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile MEP Engineer Salary $77,714 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile MEP Engineer Salary $86,030 Washington,DC April 01, 2025
25% $61,525 10% $55,102 90% $86,030 75% $77,714 $68,580 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an MEP Engineer ?

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) refers to these aspects of building design and construction. In commercial buildings, these elements are often designed by a specialized engineering firm. MEP design is important for planning, decision making, accurate documentation, performance- and cost-estimation, construction, and operating/maintaining the resulting facilities. MEP specifically encompasses the in-depth design and selection of these systems, as opposed to a tradesperson simply installing equipment. For example, a plumber may select and install a commercial hot water system based ...

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