Civil Engineer Salary in California
Explore civil engineer salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$139,200
Monthly: $11,600
Biweekly: $5,354
Entry Level
$84,986
Monthly: $7,082
Biweekly: $3,269
Senior Level
$190,484
Monthly: $15,874
Biweekly: $7,326
Job Growth
17%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $84,986 | $139,200 | $190,484 |
| Monthly | $7,082 | $11,600 | $15,874 |
| Biweekly | $3,269 | $5,354 | $7,326 |
| Weekly | $1,634 | $2,677 | $3,663 |
| Hourly | $41 | $67 | $92 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$108,750
CA Median
$139,200
Difference
+$30,450
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Plan, design, and oversee construction of infrastructure projects.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Project DesignCADConstruction ManagementInfrastructure Knowledge
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