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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

Stable

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 board6-24 monthsDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: Yes
112,250High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
107,240High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Pending
105,090High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
NM
New MexicoCompact: Yes
104,600High CoL Adjusted
Preliminary/temporary licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: No
104,450High CoL Adjusted
Preliminary/temporary licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails