Civil Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$94,364
Hourly Rate
$45.37
/hour
Jobs in Area
323
employed
Civil Engineer Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$59k
10th percentile
$78k
25th
$112k
75th
$137k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $59,074 | $28.40 |
| 25th Percentile | $78,013 | $37.51 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $94,364 | $45.37 |
| 75th Percentile | $112,354 | $54.02 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $136,575 | $65.66 |
| Average (Mean) | $101,979 | $49.03 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Civil Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $94,364 per year or $45.37 per hour as of 2023. 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 2023. The geographic area covered is the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$89,940
vs Illinois Average
$90,077
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$89,529
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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