Civil And Environmental Engineering Salary in the United States

How much does a Civil And Environmental Engineering make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil And Environmental Engineering in the United States is $111,166 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,905
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,106 to $117,834
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,768
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Civil And Environmental Engineering Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $117,834 $9,820 $2,266 $57
Average $111,166 $9,264 $2,138 $53
25th Percentile $103,106 $8,592 $1,983 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Civil And Environmental Engineering Salaries

A Civil And Environmental 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Civil And Environmental Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil And Environmental 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): $80,372
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,946
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,726
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,399
  • Expert (over 8 years): $163,272
Levels Salary
Engineer ... Level Civil And Environmental Engineering$80,372
Engineer ... Level Civil And Environmental Engineering$92,946
Civil And... Level Civil And Environmental Engineering$111,726
Engineer ... Level Civil And Environmental Engineering$141,399
Engineer ... Level Civil And Environmental Engineering$163,272
$80,372 0 yr
$92,946 < 2 yrs
$111,726 2-4 yrs
$141,399 5-8 yrs
$163,272 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Civil And Environmental 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:

  • San Jose: $140,214
  • San Francisco: $138,678
  • Oakland: $135,756

What Skills Can Increase a Civil And Environmental Engineering's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.08% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • API (Mentioned in 2.09% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • Java (Mentioned in 1.71% Job Postings): Using Java in the development and maintenance of application programs and systems.
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Analysis 6.08%
API 2.09%
Java 1.71%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Civil And Environmental Engineering's salary.
  • DevOps: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • JavaScript: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Test Automation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
DevOps
 $122,283
10%
JavaScript
 $120,059
8%
Test Automation
 $118,948
7%
AWS
 $118,948
7%
Java
 $117,836
6%
Team Development
 $117,836
6%
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Civil And Environmental Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil And Environmental Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Civil And Environmental Engineering positions in Financial Services or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil And Environmental Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil And Environmental Engineering

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$155,632$75.040%
Aerospace & Defense$144,516$69.030%
Media$135,623$65.022%
Healthcare$133,399$64.020%
Retail & Wholesale$128,953$62.016%

How Education impacts a Civil And Environmental Engineering's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Civil And Environmental Engineerings enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Civil And Environmental Engineering with a Bachelor's Degree is between $105,951 and $111,242).

Civil And Environmental Engineering Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Civil And Environmental Engineering
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.6%
Associates 3.5%
Bachelors 36.5%
Masters 41.6%
Doctorate 15.5%
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Civil And Environmental Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil And Environmental 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.

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$103,106
Average $111,166/year
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Average $9,264/month
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Average $2,138/week
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Average $53/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $117,834 $9,820 $2,266 $57
Average $111,166 $9,264 $2,138 $53
25th Percentile $103,106 $8,592 $1,983 $50

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Salary Trends for Civil And Environmental Engineering

Salaries for a Civil And Environmental Engineering can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $118,958 in 2023 to around $117,831 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Civil And Environmental Engineering salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Civil And Environmental Engineering Over Time

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$119,117
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