Engineering Meridian, ID Pop. 117,635

Civil Engineer Salary in Meridian, Idaho

The median civil engineer salary in Meridian, ID is $88,141 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.3% above the Idaho state average.

City Median
$88,141
vs State Avg
+$3,597
vs National
$-1,799
Cost of Living
98%

Civil Engineer Salary in Meridian by Experience

In Meridian, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $60,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$60,760
$-1,240 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,200
$-1,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$127,400
$-2,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Meridian, ID

Percentile Meridian
10th Percentile $59,192
25th Percentile $71,736
Median (50th) $88,141
75th Percentile $111,720
90th Percentile $135,828

Civil Engineer Salary in Other Idaho Cities

Boise, ID
$89,940
Pop. 235,684
Nampa, ID
$80,946
Pop. 100,200
Idaho Falls, ID
$79,147
Pop. 64,609
Pocatello, ID
$77,348
Pop. 56,548

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Meridian

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Meridian and the surrounding Idaho 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 Meridian may vary based on local industry and population growth.