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Civil Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer salary
Who earns more—a Civil Engineer or Mechanical Engineer? This page compares mid-level gross salary bands in United States using our static 2026 model, not live job board scrapes.
Figures use Toolminator's static salary model (ranges for comparison, not job listings). Methodology & limitations.
| Role | Mid-level range (USD) | USD equivalent (mid) |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $80,784–$100,531 | $90,658 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $82,800–$103,040 | $92,920 |
In our static United States model, mid-level Mechanical Engineer averages about 2% more than civil engineer on a USD-equivalent basis—not a live offer or payroll feed.
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