What are the main factors that influence a Building Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Building Engineering's salary?

A Building Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $89,255, an Building Engineering (2-4 years)earns $103,219, an Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,075, an Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $156,998, an Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $181,310,

What are the highest paying states for a Building Engineering?

Building Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Building Engineering roles are District of Columbia $101,654, California $101,269, Massachusetts $99,919. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Building Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Building Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Construction and Building Senior Project Manager: $147,800; Construction and Building Project Manager: $118,600; Building Superintendent: $107,113; Building Manager: $90,841; Building Engineer: $90,173.

Building Engineering Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Building Engineering make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building Engineering in District of Columbia is $101,654 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, a Building Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,717
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,143 to $107,968
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,305

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Building Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,968	$8,997	$2,076	$52
Average	$101,654	$8,471	$1,955	$49
25th Percentile	$94,143	$7,845	$1,810	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Building Engineering Salaries

A Building Engineering'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 Building Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Building Engineering'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): $89,255
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,219
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,075
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,998
Expert (over 8 years): $181,310

Levels	Salary
Engineer ... Level Building Engineering	$89,255
Building ... Level Building Engineering	$103,219
Engineer ... Level Building Engineering	$124,075
Engineer ... Level Building Engineering	$156,998
Engineer ... Level Building Engineering	$181,310

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How Do Building Engineering 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 Building Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,654.
California: $101,269.
Massachusetts: $99,919.

District of Columbia $101,654 California $101,269 Massachusetts $99,919 Washington $99,552 New Jersey $99,515 Alaska $99,386 Connecticut $98,119 New York $97,605

Hawaii $95,962 Rhode Island $95,191 Maryland $94,667 Minnesota $93,951 Colorado $93,676 Illinois $93,584 Oregon $93,235 Delaware $92,978

New Hampshire $92,816 Virginia $92,455 Pennsylvania $91,399 Nevada $90,866 North Dakota $90,692 Michigan $90,416 Wisconsin $90,315 Vermont $90,113

Texas $89,553 Maine $89,517 Arizona $89,462 Ohio $89,397 Georgia $88,553 Indiana $88,130 Wyoming $88,048 Utah $87,919

Iowa $87,864 Kansas $87,423 Louisiana $87,295 North Carolina $87,249 Missouri $87,231 Florida $86,873 Montana $86,680 Nebraska $86,496

Kentucky $86,395 South Carolina $86,028 Tennessee $85,798 Idaho $85,707 New Mexico $85,036 Oklahoma $84,889 Alabama $84,348 South Dakota $83,439

Arkansas $82,943 West Virginia $82,677 Mississippi $81,878

Top Paying Cities for Building Engineerings

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:

Parcel Return Service: $101,654
Washington: $101,654
Naval Anacost Annex: $101,654

Parcel Return Service, DC $101,654 Washington, DC $101,654 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $101,654 Washington Navy Yard, DC $101,654

Building Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Building Engineering'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$94,143

Average $101,654/year

$107,968

$7,845

Average $8,471/month

$8,997

$1,810

Average $1,955/week

$2,076

$45

Average $49/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,968	$8,997	$2,076	$52
Average	$101,654	$8,471	$1,955	$49
25th Percentile	$94,143	$7,845	$1,810	$45

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