As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Los Angeles, CA is $77,381, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,488 weekly, or $6,448 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 San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Water Resources Engineer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $64,839 to $92,100. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,816) and 75th percentile ($85,086), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,100 per year. This $14,270 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, Los Angeles Entry Level Water Resources Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 statewide for Entry Level Water Resources 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
Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $64,839 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $70,816 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $77,381 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $85,086 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Water Resources Engineer Salary $92,100 Los Angeles, CA July 01, 2026
25% $70,816 10% $64,839 90% $92,100 75% $85,086 $77,381 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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