Civil Engineers Salary in Southside Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $84,330 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $40.54
10th percentile $51,600
90th percentile $141,060
Employed locally 80
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,600
    25th
    $70,370
    50th (median)
    $84,330
    75th
    $116,180
    90th
    $141,060

    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 Southside Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $82,290
    Electrical Engineers $113,810
    Mechanical Engineers $87,340
    Surveyors $59,520
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $54,690
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $79,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Southside Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southside Virginia is $40.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.36 or more per hour.

    Is Southside Virginia above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southside Virginia is 15.3% 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 Southside Virginia?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $51,600 per year in Southside Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,370.