Civil Engineers Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,840 -25.9% vs national
Median hourly $35.50
10th percentile $52,860
90th percentile $118,850
Employed locally 80
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,860
    25th
    $68,370
    50th (median)
    $73,840
    75th
    $93,680
    90th
    $118,850

    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 Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$85,510
    Mechanical Engineers$78,640
    Surveyors$49,640
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$39,460
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$55,480
    Electrical Engineers$95,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southeast Missouri is $35.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.93 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southeast Missouri is 25.9% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $52,860 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,370.