Civil Engineers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,460 -21.2% vs national
Median hourly $37.72
10th percentile $51,130
90th percentile $133,960
Employed locally 130
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,130
    25th
    $62,720
    50th (median)
    $78,460
    75th
    $104,850
    90th
    $133,960

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $84,500
    Mechanical Engineers $84,200
    Electrical Engineers $101,160
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,900
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $71,090
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $46,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northern Michigan is $37.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.79 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northern Michigan is 21.2% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $51,130 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,720.