Assistant Construction Engineer Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Construction Engineer make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Construction Engineer in California is $81,354 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Assistant Construction Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,994
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,847 to $87,970
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,834

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Construction Engineer Salaries

An Assistant Construction Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Construction Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Construction Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,554
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,159
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,537
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,813
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,997
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Construction Engineer less than 1 year $79,554
Early Career Level Assistant Construction Engineer 1-2 years $80,159
Mid-Level Level Assistant Construction Engineer 2-4 years $81,537
Senior-Level Level Assistant Construction Engineer 5-8 years $81,813
Expert Level Assistant Construction Engineer over 8 years $81,997

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Construction Engineer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $81,494
  • West Hollywood: $81,435
  • Dodgertown: $81,493

Assistant Construction Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Construction Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Construction Engineer positions in Construction or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Construction Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Construction Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services $97,624 $47.0 20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $89,489 $43.0 10%

Assistant Construction Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Construction Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$75,847
Average $81,354/year
$87,970
$6,321
Average $6,779/month
$7,331
$1,459
Average $1,564/week
$1,692
$36
Average $39/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $87,970 $7,331 $1,692 $42
Average $81,354 $6,779 $1,564 $39
25th Percentile $75,847 $6,321 $1,459 $36

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