Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,850 | $102,499 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.04 | $49.28 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,256.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $99,726 | $67,600 | $130,000 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Pennsylvania is $97,850, or about $47.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Pennsylvania is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Pennsylvania typically earn from $67,600 depending on the city and employer.
With 15,870 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $97,850, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.