Civil Engineers Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,330 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $46.31
10th percentile $63,770
90th percentile $123,960
Employed locally 110
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,770
    25th
    $73,860
    50th (median)
    $96,330
    75th
    $116,710
    90th
    $123,960

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $81,630
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $52,700
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $62,590
    Mechanical Engineers $86,220
    Electrical Engineers $92,380
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $44,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in South Central Kentucky is $46.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.73 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in South Central Kentucky is 3.3% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,770 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,860.