Civil Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 367,840 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $68,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $79,930 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $100,840 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $129,680 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $163,220 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$68K
25th
$80K
Median
$101K
75th
$130K
90th
$163K
Highest Paying States for Civil Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $124,540 |
| Alaska | $118,830 |
| New York | $117,880 |
| Washington | $117,670 |
| Massachusetts | $117,330 |
| Oregon | $116,160 |
| District of Columbia | $115,810 |
| Nevada | $114,970 |
| New Jersey | $114,750 |
| Colorado | $114,460 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Civil Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $124,540 per year, while Colorado has an average of $114,460 — a difference of $10,080. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Civil Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 367,840 workers were employed as Civil Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $108,670 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2051