Civil Engineer Salary in Seattle, WA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$119,357
Hourly Rate
$57.38
/hour
Jobs in Area
388
employed
Civil Engineer Salary Range in Seattle, WA
Annual Salary Range
$76k
10th percentile
$97k
25th
$140k
75th
$177k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $76,287 | $36.68 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,731 | $46.51 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $119,357 | $57.38 |
| 75th Percentile | $139,663 | $67.15 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $176,506 | $84.86 |
| Average (Mean) | $128,570 | $61.81 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Civil Engineer salary in Seattle, WA is $119,357 per year or $57.38 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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Seattle, WA Compares
vs National Average
$95,890
vs Washington Average
$99,536
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$79,784
Cost of living in Seattle, WA is 49.6% above the national average.
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