Civil Engineers pay in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell
In Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA), the median pay for civil engineers is $42.31 an hour ($88,000 a year). About 6,270 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($100,840). It is 4% higher than the Georgia median ($84,240).
Pay range for civil engineers in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.68 | $63,810 |
| 25% of workers | $37.56 | $78,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $42.31 | $88,000 |
| 75% of workers | $55.98 | $116,430 |
| 90% of workers | $76.99 | $160,150 |
Civil Engineers pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta-Richmond County | $103,010 | 2,000 |
| Dalton | $99,760 | 200 |
| Savannah | $98,950 | 370 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (this page) | $88,000 | 6,270 |
| Hinesville | $86,790 | 30 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $83,620 | 130 |
| Warner Robins | $82,080 | 160 |
| Valdosta | $79,160 | 50 |
| Gainesville | $77,950 | 180 |
| Columbus | $77,600 | 170 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $76,650 | 140 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $76,180 | 40 |
| Albany | $75,890 | 80 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for civil engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 22,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $102,300 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $102,020 |
| Engineers, All Other | $122,570 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $135,350 |
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