Engineering Montgomery, AL Pop. 200,603

Civil Engineer Salary in Montgomery, Alabama

The median civil engineer salary in Montgomery, AL is $77,348 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 1.2% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$77,348
vs State Avg
$-900
vs National
$-12,592
Cost of Living
86%

Civil Engineer Salary in Montgomery by Experience

In Montgomery, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $53,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $111,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,320
$-8,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,400
$-12,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$111,800
$-18,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Montgomery, AL

Percentile Montgomery
10th Percentile $51,944
25th Percentile $62,952
Median (50th) $77,348
75th Percentile $98,040
90th Percentile $119,196

Civil Engineer Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$82,745
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$80,946
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$79,147
Pop. 101,129
Mobile, AL
$76,449
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Montgomery

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Montgomery and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Montgomery may vary based on local industry and population growth.