Civil Engineers Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $71,740 -28% vs national
Median hourly $34.49
10th percentile $47,050
90th percentile $131,560
Employed locally 40
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,050
    25th
    $54,310
    50th (median)
    $71,740
    75th
    $91,990
    90th
    $131,560

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,430
    Mechanical Engineers $78,340
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southwest Missouri is $34.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southwest Missouri is 28% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $47,050 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,310.