Civil Engineers Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $79,980 -19.7% vs national
Median hourly $38.45
10th percentile $61,320
90th percentile $110,140
Employed locally 110
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,320
    25th
    $65,840
    50th (median)
    $79,980
    75th
    $98,550
    90th
    $110,140

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$95,100
    Environmental Engineers$83,230
    Surveyors$104,050
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$63,070
    Electrical Engineers$86,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southwest Montana is $38.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southwest Montana is 19.7% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,320 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,840.