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

Civil Engineer Salary by City in Texas

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Texas include Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Houston, TX

$86,342

Pop. 2,304,580 · COL 96%

Dallas, TX

$89,940

Pop. 1,304,379 · COL 100%

Austin, TX

$94,437

Pop. 978,908 · COL 105%

San Antonio, TX

$79,147

Pop. 1,434,625 · COL 88%

Fort Worth, TX

$82,745

Pop. 918,915 · COL 92%

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Texas

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Texas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in Texas

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Texas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.