Civil Engineers Salary in Santa Rosa, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA

Median annual salary $115,970 +16.4% vs national
Median hourly $55.76
10th percentile $78,910
90th percentile $168,100
Employed locally 460
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,910
    25th
    $91,240
    50th (median)
    $115,970
    75th
    $137,120
    90th
    $168,100

    Santa Rosa economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $102,840 2023 • Census ACS
    Civil Engineers salary vs area income 113% Median Civil Engineers salary is 13% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Santa Rosa?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Santa Rosa, CA is $55.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.09 or more per hour.

    Is Santa Rosa above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Santa Rosa, CA is 16.4% above 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 Santa Rosa?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $78,910 per year in Santa Rosa, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $91,240.