Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,600 | $102,499 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.48 | $49.28 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,531.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $91,096 | $61,750 | $118,750 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Wisconsin is $94,600, or about $45.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Wisconsin is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Wisconsin typically earn from $61,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 7,410 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $94,600, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.