Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,120 | $102,499 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.69 | $49.28 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,063.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $93,972 | $63,700 | $122,500 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Virginia is $97,120, or about $46.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Virginia is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Virginia typically earn from $63,700 depending on the city and employer.
With 11,350 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $97,120, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.