Civil Engineers Salary in Cleveland, TN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Cleveland, TN

Median annual salary $81,870 -17.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.36
10th percentile $63,790
90th percentile $128,290
Employed locally 60
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,790
    25th
    $74,000
    50th (median)
    $81,870
    75th
    $98,370
    90th
    $128,290

    Cleveland economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,490 2023 • Census ACS
    Civil Engineers salary vs area income 129% Median Civil Engineers salary is 29% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Cleveland?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Cleveland, TN is $39.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.68 or more per hour.

    Is Cleveland above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Cleveland, TN is 17.8% 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 Cleveland?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,790 per year in Cleveland, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,000.