Civil Engineers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $90,990 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $43.75
10th percentile $61,990
90th percentile $133,360
Employed locally 180
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,990
    25th
    $72,240
    50th (median)
    $90,990
    75th
    $104,190
    90th
    $133,360

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $83,080
    Industrial Engineers $83,550
    Electrical Engineers $99,620
    Mechanical Drafters $58,750
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,820
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $85,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $43.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.41 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 8.6% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,990 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,240.