Civil Engineers Salary in West South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $92,560 -7.1% vs national
Median hourly $44.50
10th percentile $64,270
90th percentile $122,100
Employed locally 290
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,270
    25th
    $72,550
    50th (median)
    $92,560
    75th
    $105,880
    90th
    $122,100

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $58,090
    Engineers, All Other $81,880
    Electrical Engineers $101,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in West South Dakota is $44.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.65 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in West South Dakota is 7.1% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $64,270 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,550.