Civil Engineer Salary in Vermont: $100,967 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Vermont's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median civil engineer pay sits at $100,967/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 17-2051. Because Vermont sits at BEA RPP 103.5 (4% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $97,553 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Bennington ($100,010), South Burlington ($98,900), Brattleboro ($98,880).
In 2026, civil engineer salaries in Vermont are projected to average $100,966, which is slightly below the national median of $103,492, resulting in a -2.4% difference. The highest paying city in the state is Bennington, where salaries are expected to reach $102,640, while Montpelier offers the lowest at $98,653. The salary gap of $3,987 between these two cities can be attributed to factors such as local cost of living, demand for infrastructure projects, and the concentration of engineering firms. Vermont's job market for civil engineers is projected to grow at an annual rate of 2.63%, indicating steady demand for professionals in the field. The state has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that must be navigated, which can impact job readiness and opportunities. The top cities for employment, in addition to Bennington, include South Burlington at $101,501, Brattleboro at $101,481, Essex Junction at $101,263, and Barre at $101,126. With a total of 290 civil engineers employed statewide, these figures reflect both the local regulatory landscape and the ongoing infrastructure needs that drive job availability and salary trends across Vermont.
Vermont Civil Engineer Salary Range
Overall salary range in Vermont: $69,582 (lowest entry-level) to $157,327 (highest top earner)
Vermont vs National Average
Vermont civil engineers earn 2.44% less than the national median ($-2,525/year difference).
Vermont Civil Engineer Salary Distribution (2026)
Civil Engineer salaries in Vermont range from $70,642 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $138,397 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $100,967. The Vermont median is $2,525 below the US national median of $103,492. The average hourly rate is $48.54/hr. Approximately 290 civil engineers are employed across 9 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$73,370
2025 BLS Actual
$98,379
2026 Current Est.
$100,967
2019–2027 Growth
+41.2%
Salary Trajectory for Civil Engineers in Vermont (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.63% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $73,370 | Actual |
| 2020 | $75,650 | Actual |
| 2021 | $77,610 | Actual |
| 2022 | $74,330 | Actual |
| 2023 | $77,760 | Actual |
| 2024 | $93,142 | Actual |
| 2025 | $98,379 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $100,967 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $103,622 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Vermont metropolitan area, the median civil engineer salary grew 34.1% from $73,370 (2019) to $98,379 (2025). At a 2.63% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $103,622 by 2027 — a total increase of $30,252 (41.23%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Vermont metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.63% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Vermont
Lowest Paying Cities in Vermont
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Montpelier | $98,653 |
| Colchester | $99,153 |
| Rutland | $99,266 |
| Burlington | $100,988 |
| Barre | $101,126 |
Best Value Cities for Civil Engineers in Vermont
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Vermont cities offer the most purchasing power for civil engineers.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $100,988 | 100.949 | $100,039 |
| Bennington | $102,640 | 103.5 | $99,169 |
| South Burlington | $101,501 | 103.5 | $98,069 |
| Brattleboro | $101,481 | 103.5 | $98,049 |
| Essex Junction | $101,263 | 103.5 | $97,839 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $70,642 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $100,967 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $138,397 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Vermont metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Vermont
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bennington | $102,640 |
| 2 | South Burlington | $101,501 |
| 3 | Brattleboro | $101,481 |
| 4 | Essex Junction | $101,263 |
| 5 | Barre | $101,126 |
| 6 | Burlington | $100,988 |
| 7 | Rutland | $99,266 |
| 8 | Colchester | $99,153 |
| 9 | Montpelier | $98,653 |
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Written by Jordan Chen, P.E.
Career Analyst
Jordan Chen has 10 years of experience in structural engineering. He works primarily in urban infrastructure projects.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.63% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 civil engineer compensation across Vermont. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 metro areas — larger metro areas with more civil engineerscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.63%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for civil engineers (SOC 17-2051).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Chen, P.E., a licensed civil engineer with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov