What are the main factors that influence a Structures Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Structures Engineer's salary?

A Structures Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Structural Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $83,631, a Structural Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,392, a Structures Engineer (4-7 years)earns $119,359, a Structural Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,788,

What are the highest paying states for a Structures Engineer?

Structures Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Structures Engineer roles are District of Columbia $117,240, California $116,796, Massachusetts $115,239. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Structures Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Structures Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Civil Engineer VI: $192,712; Specialist Structural Engineer: $124,000; Senior Structural Engineer: $105,900; Structural Engineer III: $105,824; Heavy Highway Structures Foreman: $91,139.

Structures Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Structures Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Structures Engineer in District of Columbia is $117,240 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,575
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,070 to $126,314
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,810

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Structures Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,314	$10,526	$2,429	$61
Average	$117,240	$9,770	$2,255	$56
25th Percentile	$107,070	$8,923	$2,059	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Structures Engineer Salaries

A Structures 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 Do Structures 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 Structures Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $117,240.
California: $116,796.
Massachusetts: $115,239.

District of Columbia $117,240 California $116,796 Massachusetts $115,239 Washington $114,815 New Jersey $114,773 Alaska $114,625 Connecticut $113,164 New York $112,571

Hawaii $110,675 Rhode Island $109,786 Maryland $109,182 Minnesota $108,356 Colorado $108,039 Illinois $107,933 Oregon $107,530 Delaware $107,234

New Hampshire $107,047 Virginia $106,630 Pennsylvania $105,412 Nevada $104,798 North Dakota $104,597 Michigan $104,279 Wisconsin $104,163 Vermont $103,930

Texas $103,284 Maine $103,242 Arizona $103,178 Ohio $103,104 Georgia $102,130 Indiana $101,643 Wyoming $101,548 Utah $101,399

Iowa $101,336 Kansas $100,828 Louisiana $100,679 North Carolina $100,626 Missouri $100,605 Florida $100,192 Montana $99,970 Nebraska $99,758

Kentucky $99,642 South Carolina $99,218 Tennessee $98,953 Idaho $98,847 New Mexico $98,074 Oklahoma $97,905 Alabama $97,280 South Dakota $96,232

Arkansas $95,660 West Virginia $95,353 Mississippi $94,432

Top Paying Cities for Structures 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:

Parcel Return Service: $116,604
Washington: $116,605
Naval Anacost Annex: $116,600

Parcel Return Service, DC $116,604 Washington, DC $116,605 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $116,600 Washington Navy Yard, DC $116,604

Structures Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Structures 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$107,070

Average $117,240/year

$126,314

$8,923

Average $9,770/month

$10,526

$2,059

Average $2,255/week

$2,429

$51

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,314	$10,526	$2,429	$61
Average	$117,240	$9,770	$2,255	$56
25th Percentile	$107,070	$8,923	$2,059	$51

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