Engineering Tennessee (TN) Rank #41 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Tennessee

The median civil engineer salary in Tennessee is $80,047 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$80,047

vs National

$-9,893

State Rank

#41 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Civil Engineer Salary in Tennessee by Experience

In Tennessee, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $55,180, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,700 per year. The cost of living index in Tennessee is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,180

$-6,820 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,100

$-9,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,700

$-14,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tennessee

Percentile	TN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,756	$60,400	$-6,644
25th Percentile	$65,148	$73,200	$-8,052
Median (50th)	$80,047	$89,940	$-9,893
75th Percentile	$101,460	$114,000	$-12,540
90th Percentile	$123,354	$138,600	$-15,246

Major Cities for Civil Engineers in Tennessee

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Tennessee include Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Nashville, TN