Civil Engineers Salary in Southwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $94,520 -5.1% vs national
Median hourly $45.44
10th percentile $65,370
90th percentile $140,520
Employed locally 140
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,370
    25th
    $75,640
    50th (median)
    $94,520
    75th
    $121,780
    90th
    $140,520

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$97,380
    Mechanical Engineers$85,400
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$62,680
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$61,420
    Electrical Engineers$101,440
    Mechanical Drafters$70,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Southwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southwest Minnesota is $45.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.33 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Minnesota above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 5.1% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $65,370 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,640.