Civil Engineers pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for civil engineers is $46.55 an hour ($96,830 a year). About 3,150 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($100,840). It is 4% higher than the Missouri median ($92,750).
Pay range for civil engineers in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.46 | $67,510 |
| 25% of workers | $37.58 | $78,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.55 | $96,830 |
| 75% of workers | $59.19 | $123,120 |
| 90% of workers | $67.53 | $140,460 |
Civil Engineers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $98,860 | 3,230 |
| St. Louis (this page) | $96,830 | 3,150 |
| Columbia | $83,950 | 130 |
| St. Joseph | $83,510 | 40 |
| Springfield | $82,800 | 350 |
| Cape Girardeau | $81,190 | 30 |
| Joplin | $79,220 | 170 |
| Jefferson City | $77,980 | 340 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $102,230 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $100,340 |
| Electrical Engineers | $123,960 |
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