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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Civil Engineering Designer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Civil Engineering Designer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Civil Engineering Designer's salary?

A Civil Engineering Designer's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $76,980, a Civil Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $93,726, a Civil Engineering Designer (4-7 years)earns $109,856, a Civil Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $128,673, a Civil Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $153,679,

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Engineering Designer?

Civil Engineering Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Engineering Designer roles are District of Columbia $119,396, California $118,943, Massachusetts $117,358. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Engineering Designer roles make?

Salaries for Civil Engineering Designer level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Civil Engineering: $243,580; Civil Engineering Director: $195,973; Civil Engineering Manager: $143,361; Professor - Civil Engineering: $140,653; Civil Structural Designer: $93,943.

Civil Engineering Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Engineering Designer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Engineering Designer in Delaware is $109,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,915
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,845 to $117,429
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,322

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered HR

AI Onboarding

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Civil Engineering Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,429	$9,786	$2,258	$56
Average	$109,206	$9,100	$2,100	$53
25th Percentile	$99,845	$8,320	$1,920	$48

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Civil Engineering Designer Job Openings in Delaware

Civil Designer

McKim & Creed, Inc. - Newark, DE

Engineering Designer

O. A. Newton - Bridgeville, DE

Construction Inspectors

TORREngineering LLC - Smyrna, DE

Civil Structural Designer

The Shaw Group, LLC - SPRING, TX

Search More Civil Engineering Designer Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Civil Engineering Designer Salaries

A Civil Engineering Designer'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 Civil Engineering Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Engineering Designer'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): $76,980
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,726
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,856
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,673
Expert (over 8 years): $153,679

Levels	Salary
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Designer	$76,980
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Designer	$93,726
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Designer	$109,856
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Designer	$128,673
Civil Eng... Level Civil Engineering Designer	$153,679

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Civil Engineering Designer 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 Civil Engineering Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,396.
California: $118,943.
Massachusetts: $117,358.

District of Columbia $119,396 California $118,943 Massachusetts $117,358 Washington $116,927 New Jersey $116,883 Alaska $116,732 Connecticut $115,244 New York $114,640

Hawaii $112,710 Rhode Island $111,804 Maryland $111,190 Minnesota $110,349 Colorado $110,025 Illinois $109,917 Oregon $109,507 Delaware $109,206

New Hampshire $109,016 Virginia $108,591 Pennsylvania $107,351 Nevada $106,725 North Dakota $106,520 Michigan $106,197 Wisconsin $106,078 Vermont $105,841

Texas $105,183 Maine $105,140 Arizona $105,075 Ohio $105,000 Georgia $104,008 Indiana $103,512 Wyoming $103,415 Utah $103,264

Iowa $103,199 Kansas $102,681 Louisiana $102,530 North Carolina $102,477 Missouri $102,455 Florida $102,034 Montana $101,808 Nebraska $101,592

Kentucky $101,474 South Carolina $101,042 Tennessee $100,773 Idaho $100,665 New Mexico $99,878 Oklahoma $99,705 Alabama $99,069 South Dakota $98,001

Arkansas $97,419 West Virginia $97,106 Mississippi $96,168

Top Paying Cities for Civil Engineering Designers

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:

Lincoln: $108,714
Little Creek: $109,510
Magnolia: $109,352

Lincoln, DE $108,714 Little Creek, DE $109,510 Magnolia, DE $109,352 Milford, DE $108,990 Marydel, DE $109,169 Millsboro, DE $108,258 Millville, DE $108,425 Milton, DE $108,612

Nassau, DE $108,691 Ocean View, DE $108,406 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,615 Seaford, DE $108,676 Selbyville, DE $108,226 Smyrna, DE $109,585 Viola, DE $109,080 Woodside, DE $109,374

Bear, DE $109,121 Newark, DE $109,080 Claymont, DE $109,304 Delaware City, DE $109,189 Hockessin, DE $109,071 Kirkwood, DE $109,169 Middletown, DE $109,211 Montchanin, DE $109,096

New Castle, DE $109,112 Odessa, DE $109,265 Port Penn, DE $109,338 Rockland, DE $109,106 Saint Georges, DE $109,176 Townsend, DE $109,345 Winterthur, DE $109,119 Lewes, DE $108,654

Wilmington, DE $109,076 Dover, DE $109,510 Dover Afb, DE $108,933 Bethany Beach, DE $108,292 Bethel, DE $108,404 Bridgeville, DE $108,660 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,201 Cheswold, DE $109,474

Clayton, DE $109,477 Dagsboro, DE $108,217 Delmar, DE $108,043 Ellendale, DE $108,371 Felton, DE $108,981 Fenwick Island, DE $108,240 Frankford, DE $108,052 Frederica, DE $109,089

Georgetown, DE $108,176 Greenwood, DE $108,677 Harbeson, DE $108,291 Harrington, DE $108,843 Hartly, DE $109,182 Houston, DE $108,688 Kenton, DE $109,483 Laurel, DE $108,111

Yorklyn, DE $109,103

Civil Engineering Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Engineering Designer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Civil Engineering Designer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Engineering Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil Engineering Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$136,507	$66.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$131,047	$63.0	20%
Transportation	$128,863	$62.0	18%
Financial Services	$125,586	$60.0	15%
MFG Durable	$122,310	$59.0	12%

Civil Engineering Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Engineering Designer'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 August 01, 2026

$99,845

Average $109,206/year

$117,429

$8,320

Average $9,100/month

$9,786

$1,920

Average $2,100/week

$2,258

$48

Average $53/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,429	$9,786	$2,258	$56
Average	$109,206	$9,100	$2,100	$53
25th Percentile	$99,845	$8,320	$1,920	$48

Salaries of jobs related to Civil Engineering Designer

Find Your Next Civil Engineering Designer Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Civil Engineering Designer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Duluth Trading Company

MOUNT HOREB, WI

Assistant Technical Designer

Duluth Trading Company | MOUNT HOREB, WI

Position Overview: The Assistant Technical Designer will support the technical design team in translating creative concepts into production ready garments.... more

7 Days Ago
Trane Technologies

DAVIDSON, NC

Senior Product Designer

Trane Technologies | DAVIDSON, NC

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

7 Days Ago
Trane Technologies

DAVIDSON, NC

Senior User Experience Designer

Trane Technologies | DAVIDSON, NC

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

7 Days Ago
Trane Technologies

DAVIDSON, NC

Senior User Experience Designer

Trane Technologies | DAVIDSON, NC

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

13 Days Ago
Logistic Services Int.

JACKSONVILLE, FL

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

Logistic Services Int. | JACKSONVILLE, FL

Req ID: 532 Job Title: INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER I Location: Jacksonville, FL, US 32221 Job Type: Full-Time Education: Bachelor's Degree Travel: Up to 10% Job... more

8 Days Ago
American Equipment HR LLC

SAN JOSE, NM

Mechanical Designer II

American Equipment HR LLC | SAN JOSE, NM

Description: American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading overhead crane solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to gro... more

7 Days Ago

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue