Civil Engineer Salary in Tucson, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$78,309
Hourly Rate
$37.65
/hour
Jobs in Area
298
employed
Civil Engineer Salary Range in Tucson, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$52k
10th percentile
$63k
25th
$93k
75th
$116k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $52,286 | $25.14 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,624 | $30.11 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $78,309 | $37.65 |
| 75th Percentile | $93,015 | $44.72 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $115,803 | $55.67 |
| Average (Mean) | $84,097 | $40.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Civil Engineer salary in Tucson, AZ is $78,309 per year or $37.65 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 Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Tucson, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$89,940
vs Arizona Average
$93,626
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$83,219
Cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 5.9% below the national average.
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