As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for City Engineer in Rockford, IL is $105,386, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,027 weekly, or $8,782 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 Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $91,867 to $118,106. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($98,310) and 75th percentile ($112,044), while top earners (90th percentile) make $118,106 per year. This $13,734 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, Rockford City Engineer often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 497 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 $91,867 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile City Engineer Salary $98,310 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile City Engineer Salary $105,386 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile City Engineer Salary $112,044 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile City Engineer Salary $118,106 Rockford, IL September 01, 2026
25% $98,310 10% $91,867 90% $118,106 75% $112,044 $105,386 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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    Engineer IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Rockford, IL. The base salary for City Engineer ranges from $98,310 to $112,044 with the average base salary of $105,386. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $106,277 to $129,853 with the average total cash compensation of $116,777.

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About Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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