Civil Engineers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $92,860 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $44.65
10th percentile $63,500
90th percentile $135,980
Employed locally 130
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,500
    25th
    $72,480
    50th (median)
    $92,860
    75th
    $108,040
    90th
    $135,980

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $94,760
    Mechanical Engineers $93,510
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $105,560
    Engineers, All Other $75,560
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,210
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $82,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $44.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.29 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,500 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,480.