Occupation ยท SOC 17-2051
Civil Engineers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of civil engineers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 355,410 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $99,590 ($47.88 an hour).
US employment
355,410
Median annual wage
$99,590
Mean annual wage
$107,050
Median hourly wage
$47.88
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- California$118,450
- Rhode Island$112,250
- Alaska$107,240
- Washington$105,090
- New Mexico$104,600
Top 5 after cost of living
- Mississippi$119,540
- Louisiana$116,030
- New Mexico$113,430
- Oklahoma$113,320
- Kentucky$111,140
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $61,590 (+61.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $100,340 | $750 (+0.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Environmental Engineers | $104,170 | $4,580 (+4.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Managers, All Other | $136,550 | $36,960 (+37.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Petroleum Engineers | $141,280 | $41,690 (+41.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,740 | $68,150 (+68.4%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California54,640
- 2. Texas33,790
- 3. Florida22,780
- 4. New York17,000
- 5. Pennsylvania14,610
- 6. Colorado13,510
- 7. Illinois13,400
- 8. North Carolina12,670
- 9. Washington11,900
- 10. Virginia11,030
States that pay the most
- 1. California$118,450
- 2. Rhode Island$112,250
- 3. Alaska$107,240
- 4. Washington$105,090
- 5. New Mexico$104,600
- 6. Massachusetts$104,450
- 7. Mississippi$103,940
- 8. New Jersey$103,690
- 9. Oregon$103,070
- 10. New York$102,440
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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