Civil Engineers Salary in Northwest Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,860 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $41.28
10th percentile $68,690
90th percentile $127,390
Employed locally 60
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,690
    25th
    $73,120
    50th (median)
    $85,860
    75th
    $109,540
    90th
    $127,390

    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 Northwest Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $58,340
    Surveyors $61,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Northwest Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northwest Nebraska is $41.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Nebraska above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northwest Nebraska is 13.8% 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 Northwest Nebraska?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $68,690 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,120.