Civil Engineers Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $72,550 -27.2% vs national
Median hourly $34.88
10th percentile $52,620
90th percentile $105,290
Employed locally 200
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,620
    25th
    $52,620
    50th (median)
    $72,550
    75th
    $92,750
    90th
    $105,290

    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 West Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $98,020
    Mechanical Engineers $95,100
    Electrical Engineers $109,500
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $59,990
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $77,910
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $60,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in West Montana is $34.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Civil Engineers salary in West Montana is 27.2% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $52,620 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,620.