Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,930 | $102,499 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.52 | $49.28 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $111,896.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $87,260 | $59,150 | $113,750 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Kentucky is $100,930, or about $48.52 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Kentucky is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Kentucky typically earn from $59,150 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,690 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $100,930, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.