Civil Engineers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $102,320 +2.7% vs national
Median hourly $49.19
10th percentile $65,350
90th percentile $146,170
Employed locally 210
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,350
    25th
    $77,130
    50th (median)
    $102,320
    75th
    $126,120
    90th
    $146,170

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$84,030
    Mechanical Engineers$97,740
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$81,480
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$62,920
    Electrical Engineers$104,260
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$69,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in East Central Illinois is $49.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.49 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in East Central Illinois is 2.7% above 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,350 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,130.