As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Water Resources Engineer in Mesa, AZ is $105,620, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,031 weekly, or $8,802 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Water Resources Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Water Resources Engineer in Mesa, AZ vary widely, spanning from $90,506 to $127,518. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,709) and 75th percentile ($117,082), while top earners (90th percentile) make $127,518 per year. This $19,373 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Mesa Water Resources Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Mesa currently ranks 384 statewide for 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
Water Resources Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $90,506 Mesa, AZ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $97,709 Mesa, AZ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $105,620 Mesa, AZ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $117,082 Mesa, AZ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Water Resources Engineer Salary $127,518 Mesa, AZ June 01, 2026
25% $97,709 10% $90,506 90% $127,518 75% $117,082 $105,620 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Mesa, Arizona    Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in th....More

Mesa, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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