As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Acton, CA is $77,101, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,483 weekly, or $6,425 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $64,443 to $92,010. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,476) and 75th percentile ($84,905), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,010 per year. This $14,429 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Entry Level Water Resources Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. 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
Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $64,443 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $70,476 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $77,101 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $84,905 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $92,010 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
25% $70,476 10% $64,443 90% $92,010 75% $84,905 $77,101 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Entry Level Water Resources Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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