SOC 17-2051 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Civil Engineers is $99,590 per year ($47.88/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $78,790 and $128,294 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $160,992 per year. There are approximately 355,410 civil engineers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $31.69 | $65,915 |
| P25 | $37.88 | $78,790 |
| P50MEDIAN | $47.88 | $99,590 |
| P75 | $61.68 | $128,294 |
| P90 | $77.40 | $160,992 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Civil Engineers is $99,590 per year ($47.88/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $78,790 and $128,294 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Civil Engineers is $160,992 per year ($77.40/hr). The 75th percentile is $128,294 per year.
Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn approximately $65,915 per year ($31.69/hr). The 25th percentile is $78,790 per year.
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