Civil Engineers Salary in Sussex Delaware

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Sussex Delaware nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,930 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $46.12
10th percentile $60,170
90th percentile $165,890
Employed locally 130
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,170
    25th
    $85,120
    50th (median)
    $95,930
    75th
    $116,500
    90th
    $165,890

    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 Sussex Delaware

    OccupationMedian salary
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $61,070
    Industrial Engineers $101,400
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $48,180
    Surveyors $82,890
    Mechanical Engineers $101,810
    Mechanical Drafters $54,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Sussex Delaware?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Sussex Delaware is $46.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.13 or more per hour.

    Is Sussex Delaware above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Sussex Delaware is 3.7% 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 Sussex Delaware?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,170 per year in Sussex Delaware. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,120.