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How much does a Civil Engineer make in California?
593 salaries reported
Average base salary
$93,343
per year
The average salary for a civil engineer is $93,343 per year in California.
12% higher
than national averageMost common benefits
- Stock ownership plan
- Health savings account
- Stock options
- Wellness program
- Relocation assistance
Best-paid skills and qualifications for Civil Engineers
Most recommended skill
Project Engineering
earn +18.62% more
The jobs requiring this skill have increase by 77.73% since 2018. Civil Engineers with this skill earn +18.62% more than the average base salary, which is $93,343 per year.
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Top companies hiring civil engineers with the recommended skill
Eichleay, Inc.
dck worldwide, LLC
Brosamer & Wall
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
JL Real Estate Development
Most common benefits for Civil Engineers
- Stock ownership plan
- Health savings account
- Stock options
- Wellness program
- Relocation assistance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
Salary satisfaction
61%
Based on 496 ratings
61% of Civil engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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