Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oregon | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $105,250 | $102,499 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.60 | $49.28 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,789.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $105,479 | $71,500 | $137,500 | 132 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Oregon is $105,250, or about $50.60 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Oregon is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Oregon typically earn from $71,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,890 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $105,250, Oregon offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.