Civil Engineers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,120 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $41.40
10th percentile $57,460
90th percentile $126,130
Employed locally 400
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,460
    25th
    $69,620
    50th (median)
    $86,120
    75th
    $109,320
    90th
    $126,130

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,720
    Mechanical Engineers $81,100
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,040
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $64,670
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $51,730
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Western North Carolina is $41.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.96 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Western North Carolina is 13.5% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $57,460 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,620.