Civil Engineers Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $84,240 -15.4% vs national
Median hourly $40.50
10th percentile $65,160
90th percentile $119,810
Employed locally 310
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,160
    25th
    $73,010
    50th (median)
    $84,240
    75th
    $101,400
    90th
    $119,810

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$80,150
    Mechanical Engineers$79,060
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$47,110
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$53,280
    Electrical Engineers$84,990
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$56,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $40.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 15.4% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,160 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,010.