Civil Engineers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $87,050 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $41.85
10th percentile $63,660
90th percentile $130,980
Employed locally 130
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,660
    25th
    $76,530
    50th (median)
    $87,050
    75th
    $108,650
    90th
    $130,980

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $96,220
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $48,250
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $71,290
    Aerospace Engineers $81,570
    Mechanical Engineers $99,110
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $49,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northwestern Idaho is $41.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.25 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 12.6% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,660 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,530.