Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,760 | $102,499 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.96 | $49.28 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,760.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $100,685 | $68,250 | $131,250 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Illinois is $99,760, or about $47.96 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Illinois is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Illinois typically earn from $68,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 13,910 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $99,760, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.