Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,730 | $102,499 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.31 | $49.28 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,879.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $124,657 | $84,500 | $162,500 | 162 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Massachusetts is $106,730, or about $51.31 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Massachusetts is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Massachusetts typically earn from $84,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 9,450 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $106,730, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.