Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,880 | $102,499 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.58 | $49.28 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $107,525.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $81,507 | $55,250 | $106,250 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Kansas is $96,880, or about $46.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Kansas is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Kansas typically earn from $55,250 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,880 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $96,880, Kansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.