Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,860 | $102,499 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.57 | $49.28 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,753.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | $110,273 | $74,750 | $143,750 | 119 |
| Houston | $100,685 | $68,250 | $131,250 | 96 |
| Dallas | $100,685 | $68,250 | $131,250 | 102 |
| Fort Worth | $97,808 | $66,300 | $127,500 | 99 |
| Arlington | $95,890 | $65,000 | $125,000 | 98 |
| San Antonio | $89,178 | $60,450 | $116,250 | 91 |
| El Paso | $81,507 | $55,250 | $106,250 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Texas is $96,860, or about $46.57 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Texas is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Texas typically earn from $74,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 34,870 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $96,860, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.