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Civil Engineer Salary

Civil engineers design, build, and supervise infrastructure projects and systems, including roads, bridges, buildings, dams, and water supply networks.

Median: $89,940 Growth: 7% BLS Data

Civil Engineer Salary Range

Entry Level

$62,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$88,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$120,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $57,750

25th Percentile $71,640

Median (50th) $89,940

75th Percentile $113,350

90th Percentile $137,840

Top Paying States for Civil Engineers

1 California

$115,000

2 Alaska

$110,000

3 New Jersey

$108,000

4 Washington

$105,000

5 Texas

$102,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+7%

Above Average

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and PE license

How Much Do Civil Engineers Make?

The median annual salary for a civil engineer in the United States is $89,940 as of 2026. This means half of civil engineers earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $62,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $88,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $120,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$43/hr

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What Can a Civil Engineer Afford?

Based on median salary of $89,940

Max Rent $2,250/mo

Max Car Payment $900/mo

Monthly Savings $1,116/mo

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