Civil Engineer Salary in Porto (2026)

Civil Engineers in Porto earn €18,376/year (≈$21,672 USD), adjusted for local cost of living. Ranked #85 of 113 cities for this role.

Local Salary
€18,376
per year
USD Equivalent
$21,672
per year
Take-Home
71%
$1,279/mo net

Salary Range in Porto

Typical civil engineer salary range in Porto, adjusted for local cost of living (COLI: 30.1):

Entry Level
€9,698
Mid-Career
€18,376
Senior
€34,454

Top Cities for Civil Engineer Salary

Highest-paying cities for this role after cost-of-living adjustment:

City Local Salary USD Equiv. Take-Home
ZurichCHF 71,405$88,12862%
GenevaCHF 69,188$85,39258%
New York$72,000$72,00067%
San Francisco$70,272$70,27268%
SingaporeS$82,258$63,14476%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a civil engineer earn in Porto?

A civil engineer in Porto earns approximately €18,376/year (≈$21,672 USD equivalent), based on the Porto cost of living index of 30.1. Entry-level roles start around €9,698 and senior positions can reach €34,454.

What is the take-home pay for a civil engineer in Porto?

After income tax and social contributions in Portugal, a civil engineer in Porto takes home approximately 71% of their gross salary, or around $1,279/month ($15,344/year in USD equivalent).

How does Porto rank for civil engineer salaries globally?

Porto ranks #85 out of 113 cities for civil engineer salaries after cost-of-living adjustment. The top city globally for this role is Zurich.