Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,680 +10.1% vs national
Median hourly $33.98
10th percentile $37,820
90th percentile $96,750
Employed locally 60
National median $64,200

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,820
    25th
    $45,530
    50th (median)
    $70,680
    75th
    $86,170
    90th
    $96,750

    Top-paying metros for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $105,820
    Napa, CA $95,680
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $93,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $90,540
    Corvallis, OR $90,480
    Bend, OR $90,480

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $84,740
    Civil Engineers $101,020
    Electrical Engineers $103,480
    Mechanical Engineers $86,310
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $59,120
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $89,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians in South Illinois is $33.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.92 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary in South Illinois is 10.1% above the national median of $64,200. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,820 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,530.