As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for City Engineer in North Charleston, SC is $103,903, equivalent to $50 per hour, $1,998 weekly, or $8,659 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for City Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for City Engineer in North Charleston, SC vary widely, spanning from $90,573 to $116,445. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,925) and 75th percentile ($110,468), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,445 per year. This $13,543 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, North Charleston City Engineer often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, North Charleston currently ranks 561 statewide for City Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
City Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile City Engineer Salary $90,573 North Charleston, SC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile City Engineer Salary $96,925 North Charleston, SC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile City Engineer Salary $103,903 North Charleston, SC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile City Engineer Salary $110,468 North Charleston, SC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile City Engineer Salary $116,445 North Charleston, SC August 01, 2026
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    City Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of City Engineer in North Charleston, SC. The base salary for City Engineer ranges from $96,925 to $110,468 with the average base salary of $103,903. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,515 to $127,699 with the average total cash compensation of $114,839.

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About North Charleston, South Carolina    North Charleston is the third-largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, with incorporated areas in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counti....More

North Charleston, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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