Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $89,660 | $102,499 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $43.11 | $49.28 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $89,037.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $95,890 | $65,000 | $125,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $93,972 | $63,700 | $122,500 | 99 |
| Tucson | $86,301 | $58,500 | $112,500 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Arizona is $89,660, or about $43.11 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Arizona is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Arizona typically earn from $65,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,940 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $89,660, Arizona offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.