Civil Engineers Salary in Northwestern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $86,550 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $41.61
10th percentile $60,240
90th percentile $134,430
Employed locally 70
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,240
    25th
    $68,120
    50th (median)
    $86,550
    75th
    $104,330
    90th
    $134,430

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $83,090
    Mechanical Engineers $82,100
    Electrical Engineers $93,130
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $67,410
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Northwestern Wisconsin is $41.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Northwestern Wisconsin is 13.1% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,240 per year in Northwestern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,120.