Engineering Pennsylvania (PA) Rank #23 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania

The median civil engineer salary in Pennsylvania is $86,342 per year, which is 4% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$86,342

vs National

$-3,598

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

96%

Civil Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $59,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,800 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$59,520

$-2,480 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,400

$-3,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,800

$-5,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile	PA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,984	$60,400	$-2,416
25th Percentile	$70,272	$73,200	$-2,928
Median (50th)	$86,342	$89,940	$-3,598
75th Percentile	$109,440	$114,000	$-4,560
90th Percentile	$133,056	$138,600	$-5,544

Major Cities for Civil Engineers in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Philadelphia, PA