Engineering Wisconsin (WI) Rank #32 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Wisconsin

The median civil engineer salary in Wisconsin 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

#32 of 50

Cost of Living

92%

Civil Engineer Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

Percentile	WI 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 Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Milwaukee, WI

$82,745

Pop. 577,222 · COL 92%

Madison, WI

$89,940

Pop. 269,840 · COL 100%

Green Bay, WI

$79,147

Pop. 107,395 · COL 88%

Kenosha, WI

$80,946

Pop. 99,986 · COL 90%

Racine, WI

$77,348

Pop. 77,816 · COL 86%

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Wisconsin

Education

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

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

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