Civil Engineers Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $92,810 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $44.62
10th percentile $65,120
90th percentile $123,470
Employed locally 230
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,120
    25th
    $76,820
    50th (median)
    $92,810
    75th
    $105,590
    90th
    $123,470

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $90,080
    Mechanical Engineers $84,360
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $53,180
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $45,350
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $57,690
    Electrical Engineers $102,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in East South Dakota is $44.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.90 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in East South Dakota is 6.8% 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 East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,120 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,820.