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How much does a Structural Engineer make in the United States?
Average base salary
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$88,476
per year
The average salary for a structural engineer is $88,476 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- 401(k)
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
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Top companies for Structural Engineers in United States
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Highest paying cities in United States for Structural Engineers
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for structural engineers
Most recommended skill
Aerospace Engineering Degree
The jobs requiring this skill have decrease by 1.77% since 2018. Structural Engineers with this skill earn +59.32% more than the average base salary, which is $88,476 per year.
Top companies hiring structural engineers with the recommended skill
Northrop Grumman
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Aerotage Design Group, Inc.
Bell Flight
Advatech Pacific, Inc.
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More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Information tooltip for top fields of study.
Field of study categories:
| Top field of study | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Aerospace Engineering Degree | +59.32% | 84 jobs | 97  |
Engineering Degree | +8.46% | 180 jobs | 379 |
Most common benefits for Structural Engineers
- Flexible schedule
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
- Relocation assistance
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Salary satisfaction
60% of Structural engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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