Civil Engineers Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $75,550 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $36.32
10th percentile $50,740
90th percentile $119,090
Employed locally 70
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,740
    25th
    $56,460
    50th (median)
    $75,550
    75th
    $98,910
    90th
    $119,090

    Top-paying metros for Civil Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $130,310
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $129,260
    Redding, CA $127,130
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,560
    Napa, CA $122,820
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $121,170

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$90,660
    Mechanical Engineers$92,570
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$47,770
    Electrical Engineers$99,780
    Mechanical Drafters$62,250
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$64,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Central Indiana is $36.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.09 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Central Indiana is 24.1% below the national median of $99,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Civil Engineers in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $50,740 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,460.