Engineering Texas (TX) Rank #31 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Texas

The median civil engineer salary in Texas is $82,745 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$82,745

vs National

$-7,195

State Rank

#31 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Civil Engineer Salary in Texas by Experience

In Texas, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $57,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,600 per year. The cost of living index in Texas is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,040

$-4,960 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$82,800

$-7,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$119,600

$-10,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Texas

Percentile	TX Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,568	$60,400	$-4,832
25th Percentile	$67,344	$73,200	$-5,856
Median (50th)	$82,745	$89,940	$-7,195
75th Percentile	$104,880	$114,000	$-9,120
90th Percentile	$127,512	$138,600	$-11,088

Major Cities for Civil Engineers in Texas

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Texas include Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Houston, TX