Civil Engineer Salary in Los Angeles, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$109,891
Hourly Rate
$52.83
/hour
Jobs in Area
457
employed
Civil Engineer Salary Range in Los Angeles, CA
Annual Salary Range
$72k
10th percentile
$90k
25th
$132k
75th
$165k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $72,174 | $34.70 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,455 | $43.49 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $109,891 | $52.83 |
| 75th Percentile | $131,522 | $63.23 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $165,055 | $79.35 |
| Average (Mean) | $117,851 | $56.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Civil Engineer salary in Los Angeles, CA is $109,891 per year or $52.83 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Los Angeles, CA Compares
vs National Average
$95,890
vs California Average
$92,735
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$75,113
Cost of living in Los Angeles, CA is 46.3% above the national average.
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