What are the main factors that influence an Associate Civil Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Associate Civil Engineer's salary?

An Associate Civil Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $94,814, a Civil Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,127, a Associate Civil Engineer (7+ years)earns $130,147, a Civil Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $155,460, a Civil Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $202,369,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Civil Engineer?

Associate Civil Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Civil Engineer roles are District of Columbia $135,755, California $135,240, Massachusetts $133,438. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Civil Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Civil Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Civil Engineer VI: $192,712; Civil Engineer V: $148,041; Civil Engineering Associate: $125,054; Civil Engineer IV: $123,936; Senior Civil Engineer: $105,843.

Associate Civil Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Associate Civil Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Civil Engineer in Hawaii is $128,153 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, an Associate Civil Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,484
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,581 to $137,748
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,866

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Associate Civil Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,748	$11,479	$2,649	$66
Average	$128,153	$10,679	$2,464	$62
25th Percentile	$118,581	$9,882	$2,280	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Civil Engineer Salaries

An Associate Civil Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Civil Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Civil Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $94,814
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,127
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,147
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,460
Expert (over 8 years): $202,369

Levels	Salary
Civil Eng... Level Associate Civil Engineer	$94,814
Civil Eng... Level Associate Civil Engineer	$111,127
Associate... Level Associate Civil Engineer	$130,147
Civil Eng... Level Associate Civil Engineer	$155,460
Civil Eng... Level Associate Civil Engineer	$202,369

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How Do Associate Civil Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Associate Civil Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $135,755.
California: $135,240.
Massachusetts: $133,438.

District of Columbia $135,755 California $135,240 Massachusetts $133,438 Washington $132,947 New Jersey $132,898 Alaska $132,726 Connecticut $131,034 New York $130,348

Hawaii $128,153 Rhode Island $127,123 Maryland $126,424 Minnesota $125,468 Colorado $125,100 Illinois $124,977 Oregon $124,511 Delaware $124,168

New Hampshire $123,952 Virginia $123,469 Pennsylvania $122,059 Nevada $121,348 North Dakota $121,115 Michigan $120,747 Wisconsin $120,612 Vermont $120,343

Texas $119,595 Maine $119,546 Arizona $119,472 Ohio $119,386 Georgia $118,258 Indiana $117,694 Wyoming $117,584 Utah $117,412

Iowa $117,339 Kansas $116,750 Louisiana $116,579 North Carolina $116,517 Missouri $116,493 Florida $116,015 Montana $115,757 Nebraska $115,512

Kentucky $115,377 South Carolina $114,887 Tennessee $114,580 Idaho $114,457 New Mexico $113,562 Oklahoma $113,366 Alabama $112,643 South Dakota $111,429

Arkansas $110,767 West Virginia $110,411 Mississippi $109,344

Top Paying Cities for Associate Civil Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $127,459
Anahola: $125,788
Captain Cook: $125,662

Aiea, HI $127,459 Anahola, HI $125,788 Captain Cook, HI $125,662 Eleele, HI $126,043 Ewa Beach, HI $127,346 Kapolei, HI $127,244 Haiku, HI $125,881 Hakalau, HI $125,599

Haleiwa, HI $126,999 Hana, HI $125,581 Hanalei, HI $125,624 Hanamaulu, HI $125,879 Hanapepe, HI $126,037 Hauula, HI $127,193 Hawaii National Park, HI $125,745 Hawi, HI $125,953

Hilo, HI $125,866 Princeville, HI $125,853 Holualoa, HI $125,712 Honaunau, HI $125,495 Honokaa, HI $125,657 Honomu, HI $125,854 Hoolehua, HI $125,495 Kaaawa, HI $127,235

Kahuku, HI $126,962 Kahului, HI $126,172 Kailua, HI $127,419 Ocean View, HI $125,816 Waikoloa, HI $125,804 Keauhou, HI $125,712 Kailua Kona, HI $125,864 Kalaheo, HI $125,892

Kalaupapa, HI $125,380 Kamuela, HI $125,720 Kaneohe, HI $127,392 Kapaa, HI $126,029 Kaumakani, HI $126,097 Kaunakakai, HI $125,644 Keaau, HI $125,952 Kealakekua, HI $125,886

Kealia, HI $125,929 Kekaha, HI $125,801 Kihei, HI $126,043 Kilauea, HI $125,855 Kapaau, HI $125,760 Koloa, HI $125,910 Kualapuu, HI $125,608 Kunia, HI $127,204

Kurtistown, HI $125,888 Lahaina, HI $125,913 Laie, HI $127,074 Lanai City, HI $125,608 Laupahoehoe, HI $125,924 Lawai, HI $126,097 Lihue, HI $125,879 Makawao, HI $125,978

Makaweli, HI $125,600 Maunaloa, HI $125,305 Mountain View, HI $125,822 Naalehu, HI $125,568 Ninole, HI $125,484 Ookala, HI $125,524 Paauilo, HI $125,678 Pahala, HI $125,603

Pahoa, HI $125,769 Paia, HI $125,919 Papaaloa, HI $125,941 Papaikou, HI $125,680 Pearl City, HI $127,367 Pepeekeo, HI $125,924 Puunene, HI $126,172 Volcano, HI $125,745

Wahiawa, HI $127,149 Pukalani, HI $125,978 Mililani, HI $127,302 Kula, HI $125,718 Waialua, HI $126,931 Waianae, HI $127,048 Wailuku, HI $125,975 Waimanalo, HI $127,394

Waimea, HI $126,086 Waipahu, HI $127,312 Honolulu, HI $127,503 J B P H H, HI $127,481 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $127,217 Schofield Barracks, HI $127,181 Fort Shafter, HI $127,503 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $127,503

Camp H M Smith, HI $127,475 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $127,351 Wake Island, HI $127,503

Associate Civil Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Civil Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$118,581

Average $128,153/year

$137,748

$9,882

Average $10,679/month

$11,479

$2,280

Average $2,464/week

$2,649

$57

Average $62/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,748	$11,479	$2,649	$66
Average	$128,153	$10,679	$2,464	$62
25th Percentile	$118,581	$9,882	$2,280	$57

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