Civil Engineers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $82,680 -17% vs national
Median hourly $39.75
10th percentile $59,600
90th percentile $125,200
Employed locally 170
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,600
    25th
    $71,720
    50th (median)
    $82,680
    75th
    $102,690
    90th
    $125,200

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,780
    Mechanical Engineers $79,220
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,240
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $84,140
    Electrical Engineers $99,090
    Mechanical Drafters $51,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Central Pennsylvania is $39.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.25 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 17% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,600 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,720.