Civil Engineer Salary in Memphis, TN
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$84,852
Hourly Rate
$40.79
/hour
Jobs in Area
293
employed
Civil Engineer Salary Range in Memphis, TN
Annual Salary Range
$55k
10th percentile
$71k
25th
$101k
75th
$123k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $54,799 | $26.35 |
| 25th Percentile | $70,521 | $33.90 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $84,852 | $40.79 |
| 75th Percentile | $101,454 | $48.78 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $122,581 | $58.93 |
| Average (Mean) | $90,519 | $43.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Civil Engineer salary in Memphis, TN is $84,852 per year or $40.79 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 Memphis Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Memphis, TN Compares
vs National Average
$95,890
vs Tennessee Average
$101,227
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$96,642
Cost of living in Memphis, TN is 12.2% below the national average.
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