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Civil Engineer Salary in New Zealand

Civil engineers design and oversee infrastructure like roads, bridges, and water systems. The New Zealand median is $114,577 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$114,577
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,558
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$114,577
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$55.08
varies by city

Civil Engineer salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$114,577
Hamilton, NZ$114,577
Tauranga, NZ$114,577
Dunedin, NZ$114,577
Lower Hutt, NZ$114,577
Wellington, NZ$85,213
Auckland, NZ$80,607
Christchurch, NZ$74,273

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a civil engineer make in New Zealand?
The national median civil engineer salary in New Zealand is about $199,000 per year ($16,600 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $129,000 to $199,000.
Which New Zealand city pays civil engineers the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $199,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays civil engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $129,000 per year for a civil engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a civil engineer in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, civil engineer pay commonly spans from about $85,400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $275,600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have civil engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes civil engineer pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is civil engineer in demand in New Zealand?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer.