Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,570 | $102,499 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.39 | $49.28 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,329.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $100,685 | $68,250 | $131,250 | 123 |
| Jacksonville | $88,219 | $59,800 | $115,000 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Florida is $98,570, or about $47.39 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Florida is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Florida typically earn from $68,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 23,750 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $98,570, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.