Civil Engineers Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $81,170 -18.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.03
10th percentile $59,850
90th percentile $111,000
Employed locally 110
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,850
    25th
    $73,540
    50th (median)
    $81,170
    75th
    $105,880
    90th
    $111,000

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,540
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $49,270
    Electrical Engineers $106,680
    Surveyors $81,050
    Mechanical Engineers $81,010
    Petroleum Engineers $75,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in East-Central Montana is $39.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in East-Central Montana is 18.5% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,850 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,540.