Civil Engineers Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $95,170 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $45.76
10th percentile $78,110
90th percentile $131,180
Employed locally 200
National median $99,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,110
    25th
    $84,110
    50th (median)
    $95,170
    75th
    $113,590
    90th
    $131,180

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electrical Engineers $104,850
    Mechanical Engineers $94,400
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $67,990
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,180
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists $79,220
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $59,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Civil Engineers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Civil Engineers in Western Washington is $45.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.68 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Civil Engineers salaries?

    The median Civil Engineers salary in Western Washington is 4.4% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Civil Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $78,110 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,110.