Engineering Pawtucket, RI Pop. 75,604

Civil Engineer Salary in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

The median civil engineer salary in Pawtucket, RI is $86,342 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 8.6% below the Rhode Island state average.

City Median
$86,342
vs State Avg
$-8,095
vs National
$-3,598
Cost of Living
96%

Civil Engineer Salary in Pawtucket by Experience

In Pawtucket, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $59,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,800 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Pawtucket, RI

Percentile Pawtucket
10th Percentile $57,984
25th Percentile $70,272
Median (50th) $86,342
75th Percentile $109,440
90th Percentile $133,056

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How to Become a Civil Engineer in Pawtucket

Education

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