Civil Engineers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $93,100 -6.5% vs national
Median hourly $44.76
10th percentile $61,430
90th percentile $124,200
Employed locally 310
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,430
    25th
    $75,790
    50th (median)
    $93,100
    75th
    $109,240
    90th
    $124,200

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $88,980
    Mechanical Engineers $85,490
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,910
    Electrical Engineers $90,590
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $59,930
    Mechanical Drafters $58,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $44.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 6.5% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,430 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,790.