Civil Engineers Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $107,750 +8.2% vs national
Median hourly $51.81
10th percentile $70,190
90th percentile $132,100
Employed locally 70
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,190
    25th
    $85,280
    50th (median)
    $107,750
    75th
    $116,940
    90th
    $132,100

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,510
    Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians $74,600
    Industrial Engineers $98,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $51.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.33 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 8.2% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,190 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,280.