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

A BIM Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Integrated Solutions Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $87,096, an Integrated Solutions Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $107,100, an BIM Engineer (4-7 years)earns $143,523, an Integrated Solutions Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $162,211, an Integrated Solutions Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $203,796,

What are the highest paying states for a BIM Engineer?

BIM Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for BIM Engineer roles are District of Columbia $144,566, California $144,018, Massachusetts $142,098. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of BIM Engineer roles make?

Salaries for BIM Engineer level roles vary by specialization: BIM Manager: $126,251; BIM Design Engineer III: $103,500; BIM Engineer III: $103,432; Bim Specialist: $89,943; BIM Operator: $86,797.

BIM Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a BIM Engineer in District of Columbia is $144,566 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $171,656
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,754 to $158,746
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,821

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BIM Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,746	$13,229	$3,053	$76
Average	$144,566	$12,047	$2,780	$70
25th Percentile	$134,754	$11,229	$2,591	$65

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Key Factors That Influence BIM Engineer Salaries

A BIM 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 BIM Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a BIM 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): $87,096
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,100
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,523
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,211
Expert (over 8 years): $203,796

Levels	Salary
Integrate... Level BIM Engineer	$87,096
Integrate... Level BIM Engineer	$107,100
BIM Engin... Level BIM Engineer	$143,523
Integrate... Level BIM Engineer	$162,211
Integrate... Level BIM Engineer	$203,796

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

District of Columbia: $144,566.
California: $144,018.
Massachusetts: $142,098.

District of Columbia $144,566 California $144,018 Massachusetts $142,098 Washington $141,576 New Jersey $141,524 Alaska $141,341 Connecticut $139,539 New York $138,808

Hawaii $136,471 Rhode Island $135,374 Maryland $134,630 Minnesota $133,611 Colorado $133,220 Illinois $133,089 Oregon $132,593 Delaware $132,227

New Hampshire $131,997 Virginia $131,483 Pennsylvania $129,981 Nevada $129,224 North Dakota $128,976 Michigan $128,584 Wisconsin $128,441 Vermont $128,153

Texas $127,357 Maine $127,305 Arizona $127,226 Ohio $127,135 Georgia $125,934 Indiana $125,333 Wyoming $125,216 Utah $125,033

Iowa $124,955 Kansas $124,328 Louisiana $124,145 North Carolina $124,080 Missouri $124,054 Florida $123,544 Montana $123,270 Nebraska $123,009

Kentucky $122,865 South Carolina $122,343 Tennessee $122,017 Idaho $121,886 New Mexico $120,933 Oklahoma $120,724 Alabama $119,954 South Dakota $118,661

Arkansas $117,956 West Virginia $117,577 Mississippi $116,441

Top Paying Cities for BIM 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: $143,781
Washington: $143,783
Naval Anacost Annex: $143,776

Parcel Return Service, DC $143,781 Washington, DC $143,783 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $143,776 Washington Navy Yard, DC $143,781

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

Understanding how a BIM 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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$134,754

Average $144,566/year

$158,746

$11,229

Average $12,047/month

$13,229

$2,591

Average $2,780/week

$3,053

$65

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,746	$13,229	$3,053	$76
Average	$144,566	$12,047	$2,780	$70
25th Percentile	$134,754	$11,229	$2,591	$65

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