How much does a Civil Analyst make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Analyst in the United States is $77,176 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Civil Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,169
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,950 to $83,454
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,191

Key Factors That Influence Civil Analyst Salaries

A Civil Analyst'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Civil Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Analyst'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): $75,868
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,368
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,266
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,815
  • Expert (over 8 years): $151,454
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Civil Analyst less than 1 year $75,868
Civil Engineer II 1-2 years $92,368
Civil Engineer III 2-4 years $108,266
Civil Engineer IV 5-8 years $126,815
Civil Engineer V over 8 years $151,454

Top Paying Cities for Civil Analyst

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:

  • San Jose: $97,342
  • San Francisco: $96,276
  • Oakland: $94,247

Civil Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Civil Analyst positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $100,329 $48.0 30%
Insurance $96,470 $46.0 25%
Biotechnology $92,611 $45.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $92,611 $45.0 20%
Software & Networking $88,752 $43.0 15%

How Education impacts a Civil Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Civil Analyst professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Civil Analyst with a Associate's is between $73,720 and $78,018.

Civil Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Civil Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.2%
High School 0.8%
Associate's Degree 2.7%
Bachelor's Degree 71.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 23%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 1.6%

Civil Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Analyst'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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$71,950
Average $77,176/year
$83,454
$5,996
Average $6,431/month
$6,954
$1,384
Average $1,484/week
$1,605
$35
Average $37/hour
$40
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $83,454 $6,954 $1,605 $40
Average $77,176 $6,431 $1,484 $37
25th Percentile $71,950 $5,996 $1,384 $35

Most common benefits for Civil Analyst

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Civil Analyst

Here are companies hiring for Civil Analyst and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Civil Analyst Job

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FAQ about Civil Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Civil Analyst?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Civil Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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