Civil Engineers Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $95,810 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $46.06
10th percentile $74,010
90th percentile $161,880
Employed locally 100
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,010
    25th
    $78,070
    50th (median)
    $95,810
    75th
    $128,150
    90th
    $161,880

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $95,150
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $52,060
    Electrical Engineers $108,750
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $77,900
    Mechanical Engineers $76,950
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $75,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in South Nebraska is $46.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.08 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in South Nebraska is 3.8% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $74,010 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,070.