What are the main factors that influence a Civil Construction Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Civil Construction Engineer?

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

How does experience change A Civil Construction Engineer's salary?

A Civil Construction Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $69,244 for beginners, reaching about $98,816 at mid-level, and approach $138,235 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Construction Engineer?

Civil Construction Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Construction Engineer roles are District of Columbia $84,202, California $83,883, Massachusetts $82,765. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Construction Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Civil Construction Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Civil/Construction/Structural Engineer VI: $192,790; Civil Engineer VI: $192,757; Civil/Construction/Structural Engineer V: $148,053; Civil Engineer V: $148,036; Civil/Construction/Structural Engineer IV: $123,950.

Civil Construction Engineer Salary in New Mexico

How much does a Civil Construction Engineer make in New Mexico? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Construction Engineer in New Mexico is $70,437 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,382
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,670 to $76,166
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,330

10% $61,330

50% (Median) $70,437

90% $81,382

Civil Construction Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,166	$6,347	$1,465	$37
Average	$70,437	$5,870	$1,355	$34
25th Percentile	$65,670	$5,472	$1,263	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Construction Engineer Salaries

A Civil 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 Civil Construction Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil 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): $69,244
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,307
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,816
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,742
Expert (over 8 years): $138,235

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Civil Construction Engineer	less than 1 year	$69,244
Civil Engineer II	1-2 years	$84,307
Civil Engineer III	2-4 years	$98,816
Civil Engineer IV	5-8 years	$115,742
Civil Engineer V	over 8 years	$138,235

How Do Civil Construction Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Civil Construction Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,202.
California: $83,883.
Massachusetts: $82,765.

District of Columbia $84,202 California $83,883 Massachusetts $82,765 Washington $82,461 New Jersey $82,430 Alaska $82,324 Connecticut $81,274 New York $80,848

Hawaii $79,487 Rhode Island $78,848 Maryland $78,415 Minnesota $77,822 Colorado $77,594 Illinois $77,517 Oregon $77,228 Delaware $77,016

New Hampshire $76,882 Virginia $76,582 Pennsylvania $75,707 Nevada $75,266 North Dakota $75,122 Michigan $74,894 Wisconsin $74,810 Vermont $74,643

Texas $74,179 Maine $74,148 Arizona $74,103 Ohio $74,050 Georgia $73,350 Indiana $73,000 Wyoming $72,932 Utah $72,825

Iowa $72,780 Kansas $72,415 Louisiana $72,308 North Carolina $72,270 Missouri $72,255 Florida $71,958 Montana $71,799 Nebraska $71,646

Kentucky $71,563 South Carolina $71,259 Tennessee $71,068 Idaho $70,992 New Mexico $70,437 Oklahoma $70,316 Alabama $69,867 South Dakota $69,114

Arkansas $68,703 West Virginia $68,483 Mississippi $67,821

Top Paying Cities for Civil 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:

Algodones: $71,187
Belen: $70,791
Bernalillo: $71,313

Algodones, NM $71,187

Belen, NM $70,791

Bernalillo, NM $71,313

Bluewater, NM $69,816

Bosque, NM $70,271

Casa Blanca, NM $70,430

Cedar Crest, NM $71,373

Cedarvale, NM $68,574

Cerrillos, NM $71,239

Claunch, NM $68,320

Coyote, NM $70,189

Cuba, NM $70,077

Cubero, NM $70,586

Edgewood, NM $71,054

Estancia, NM $70,207

Gallina, NM $69,822

Counselor, NM $69,865

Grants, NM $69,736

Milan, NM $70,015

Isleta, NM $71,436

Jarales, NM $70,722

Jemez Pueblo, NM $70,845

Jemez Springs, NM $70,627

Laguna, NM $70,931

La Jara, NM $69,998

La Joya, NM $69,836

Lindrith, NM $69,752

Los Lunas, NM $71,166

Mcintosh, NM $70,593

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $70,123

Moriarty, NM $70,356

Mountainair, NM $69,597

Nageezi, NM $69,773

New Laguna, NM $70,551

Paguate, NM $70,599

Pena Blanca, NM $71,388

Peralta, NM $71,278

Placitas, NM $71,315

Ponderosa, NM $70,755

Prewitt, NM $69,795

Regina, NM $69,843

Sandia Park, NM $71,193

Corrales, NM $71,462

San Fidel, NM $70,171

San Rafael, NM $69,872

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $71,194

San Ysidro, NM $71,098

Stanley, NM $70,346

Tijeras, NM $71,202

Tome, NM $71,071

Torreon, NM $70,834

Veguita, NM $70,265

Willard, NM $69,471

Youngsville, NM $70,209

Bosque Farms, NM $71,409

Clines Corners, NM $69,921

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $71,248

Cochiti Lake, NM $71,341

Albuquerque, NM $71,502

Kirtland Afb, NM $71,502

Rio Rancho, NM $71,385

Gallup, NM $69,896

Brimhall, NM $69,698

Church Rock, NM $69,731

Continental Divide, NM $69,681

Crownpoint, NM $69,739

Fence Lake, NM $69,428

Fort Wingate, NM $69,706

Gamerco, NM $69,824

Mentmore, NM $69,716

Mexican Springs, NM $69,707

Ramah, NM $69,579

Rehoboth, NM $69,754

Thoreau, NM $69,757

Tohatchi, NM $69,693

Vanderwagen, NM $69,707

Zuni, NM $69,690

Navajo, NM $69,785

Jamestown, NM $69,612

Pinehill, NM $69,525

Sheep Springs, NM $69,769

Smith Lake, NM $70,029

Yatahey, NM $69,744

Farmington, NM $70,079

Aztec, NM $70,208

Blanco, NM $69,881

Bloomfield, NM $69,798

Flora Vista, NM $70,151

Fruitland, NM $69,712

Kirtland, NM $70,152

La Plata, NM $70,177

Navajo Dam, NM $70,146

Shiprock, NM $70,049

Waterflow, NM $70,013

Newcomb, NM $69,726

Sanostee, NM $69,770

Santa Fe, NM $71,867

Abiquiu, NM $69,901

Alcalde, NM $71,119

Amalia, NM $69,795

Arroyo Hondo, NM $69,697

Arroyo Seco, NM $69,777

Canjilon, NM $69,685

Canones, NM $70,320

Carson, NM $69,963

Cebolla, NM $69,726

Cerro, NM $69,747

Chama, NM $70,032

Chamisal, NM $70,930

Chimayo, NM $71,428

Cordova, NM $71,307

Costilla, NM $70,087

Taos Ski Valley, NM $69,556

Dixon, NM $70,862

Dulce, NM $70,030

El Prado, NM $69,839

El Rito, NM $70,159

Embudo, NM $70,498

Espanola, NM $71,341

Glorieta, NM $71,590

Hernandez, NM $70,678

Ilfeld, NM $70,929

La Madera, NM $70,036

Lamy, NM $71,317

Llano, NM $70,786

Los Alamos, NM $71,486

White Rock, NM $71,621

Medanales, NM $70,757

Ojo Caliente, NM $70,341

Los Ojos, NM $69,860

Pecos, NM $71,367

Penasco, NM $70,523

Petaca, NM $69,620

Questa, NM $69,820

Ranchos De Taos, NM $70,189

Red River, NM $69,621

Ribera, NM $70,069

Rowe, NM $70,996

San Cristobal, NM $69,619

San Jose, NM $70,821

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $71,167

Santa Cruz, NM $71,404

Serafina, NM $69,892

Taos, NM $69,798

Tererro, NM $71,595

Tesuque, NM $71,867

Tierra Amarilla, NM $69,798

Trampas, NM $70,465

Tres Piedras, NM $69,601

Truchas, NM $71,108

Vadito, NM $70,430

Valdez, NM $69,671

Vallecitos, NM $69,617

Velarde, NM $70,755

Villanueva, NM $69,934

Spaceport City, NM $68,508

Las Vegas, NM $69,341

Angel Fire, NM $69,545

Anton Chico, NM $69,220

Buena Vista, NM $69,856

Chacon, NM $69,906

Cimarron, NM $69,436

Cleveland, NM $70,401

Eagle Nest, NM $69,489

Guadalupita, NM $69,798

Holman, NM $70,222

La Loma, NM $69,104

Maxwell, NM $69,460

Miami, NM $69,310

Mills, NM $69,064

Montezuma, NM $70,759

Mora, NM $70,500

Mosquero, NM $69,004

Ocate, NM $69,385

Ojo Feliz, NM $69,568

Rainsville, NM $69,873

Raton, NM $69,635

Rociada, NM $70,795

Roy, NM $69,079

Sapello, NM $70,180

Solano, NM $68,995

Springer, NM $69,280

Ute Park, NM $69,469

Valmora, NM $69,282

Wagon Mound, NM $69,203

Watrous, NM $69,306

Socorro, NM $69,145

Aragon, NM $69,354

Datil, NM $69,068

Lemitar, NM $69,467

Luna, NM $69,477

Magdalena, NM $69,074

Pie Town, NM $69,304

Polvadera, NM $69,634

Quemado, NM $69,448

Reserve, NM $69,323

San Acacia, NM $69,749

San Antonio, NM $68,763

Truth Or Consequences, NM $68,748

Arrey, NM $68,737

Caballo, NM $68,784

Derry, NM $68,434

Elephant Butte, NM $68,927

Garfield, NM $68,236

Hatch, NM $67,142

Monticello, NM $68,744

Rincon, NM $66,756

Salem, NM $68,023

Williamsburg, NM $68,835

Winston, NM $68,795

Las Cruces, NM $65,882

White Sands Missile Range, NM $66,098

Santa Teresa, NM $66,578

Playas, NM $69,066

Animas, NM $69,236

Anthony, NM $66,562

Arenas Valley, NM $69,113

Bayard, NM $69,049

Berino, NM $66,261

Buckhorn, NM $69,121

Santa Clara, NM $69,170

Chamberino, NM $66,330

Cliff, NM $69,041

Columbus, NM $68,855

Deming, NM $68,871

Dona Ana, NM $65,884

Fairacres, NM $66,081

Faywood, NM $68,839

Fort Bayard, NM $69,104

Gila, NM $68,939

Glenwood, NM $68,993

Hachita, NM $68,855

Hanover, NM $68,870

Hillsboro, NM $68,729

Hurley, NM $69,003

La Mesa, NM $67,142

Lordsburg, NM $69,015

Mesilla, NM $65,883

Mesilla Park, NM $65,890

Mesquite, NM $65,946

Mimbres, NM $68,925

Mule Creek, NM $69,111

Organ, NM $65,924

Pinos Altos, NM $69,039

Radium Springs, NM $65,910

Redrock, NM $68,864

Rodeo, NM $69,323

San Miguel, NM $65,921

Silver City, NM $69,040

Sunland Park, NM $66,224

Tyrone, NM $69,245

Vado, NM $65,973

Chaparral, NM $66,805

Clovis, NM $68,908

Cannon Afb, NM $68,756

Broadview, NM $68,707

Causey, NM $68,589

Crossroads, NM $68,426

Dora, NM $68,752

Elida, NM $68,467

Floyd, NM $68,633

Fort Sumner, NM $68,578

Grady, NM $68,773

House, NM $68,718

Kenna, NM $68,468

Lingo, NM $68,585

Melrose, NM $68,729

Milnesand, NM $68,440

Pep, NM $68,534

Portales, NM $68,785

Rogers, NM $68,553

Saint Vrain, NM $68,773

Taiban, NM $68,554

Texico, NM $68,800

Yeso, NM $68,306

Roswell, NM $68,385

Artesia, NM $68,520

Caprock, NM $68,381

Carlsbad, NM $68,565

Dexter, NM $68,433

Eunice, NM $68,626

Hagerman, NM $68,468

Hobbs, NM $68,726

Hope, NM $68,217

Jal, NM $68,545

Lake Arthur, NM $68,354

Lakewood, NM $68,456

Loco Hills, NM $68,582

Loving, NM $68,547

Lovington, NM $68,660

Mcdonald, NM $68,473

Malaga, NM $68,480

Maljamar, NM $68,414

Monument, NM $68,575

Tatum, NM $68,517

Whites City, NM $68,632

Carrizozo, NM $68,061

Alamogordo, NM $67,844

Alto, NM $68,071

Bent, NM $67,857

Capitan, NM $67,912

Cloudcroft, NM $67,849

Corona, NM $68,357

Encino, NM $68,906

Fort Stanton, NM $67,941

Glencoe, NM $67,893

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $67,836

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $67,836

Hondo, NM $67,955

La Luz, NM $67,836

Lincoln, NM $67,757

Mayhill, NM $67,990

Mescalero, NM $67,867

Nogal, NM $68,158

Orogrande, NM $67,871

Picacho, NM $67,941

Pinon, NM $68,196

Ruidoso, NM $68,200

Ruidoso Downs, NM $68,107

Sacramento, NM $67,897

San Patricio, NM $67,978

Sunspot, NM $67,836

Timberon, NM $67,983

Tinnie, NM $67,901

Tularosa, NM $67,881

Vaughn, NM $68,628

Weed, NM $67,982

Tucumcari, NM $68,969

Amistad, NM $68,880

Bard, NM $68,769

Capulin, NM $69,548

Clayton, NM $69,014

Conchas Dam, NM $69,076

Cuervo, NM $68,744

Des Moines, NM $69,274

Folsom, NM $69,381

Garita, NM $68,944

Gladstone, NM $69,082

Grenville, NM $69,069

Logan, NM $68,966

Mcalister, NM $68,753

Nara Visa, NM $68,803

Newkirk, NM $68,879

Quay, NM $68,919

San Jon, NM $68,845

Santa Rosa, NM $68,919

Sedan, NM $68,943

Trementina, NM $68,940

Civil Construction Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Construction Engineer 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 Construction Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Construction Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil Construction Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$91,568	$44.0	30%
Insurance	$88,047	$42.0	25%
Biotechnology	$84,525	$41.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$84,525	$41.0	20%
Software & Networking	$81,003	$39.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Civil 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.

$65,670

Average $70,437/year

$76,166

$5,472

Average $5,870/month

$6,347

$1,263

Average $1,355/week

$1,465

$32

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,166	$6,347	$1,465	$37
Average	$70,437	$5,870	$1,355	$34
25th Percentile	$65,670	$5,472	$1,263	$32

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