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Civil Engineer

A comprehensive guide to Civil Engineer licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$96,848 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Comparable to national median earnings

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
$118,450High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board1-17 yearsDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: Yes
$112,250High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
$107,240High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Pending
$105,090High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements8 yearsDetails
NM
New MexicoCompact: Yes
$104,600High CoL Adjusted
Preliminary/temporary licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: No
$104,450High CoL Adjusted
Preliminary/temporary licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails