Urban Planner Jobs

Explore urban planner jobs focused on shaping livable, sustainable, and economically resilient communities. Urban planners work with public agencies, developers, businesses, and residents to guide how land is used and how cities and regions grow. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more, for experienced planners ready to take the next step.

What Urban Planners Do

Urban planners assess community needs, evaluate development proposals, and create plans and policies for land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and public spaces. Their work may include analyzing demographic and geographic data, preparing reports, coordinating public engagement, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers. Depending on the role, planners may specialize in zoning, transportation, environmental planning, economic development, or long-range community planning.

Common Urban Planning Job Titles

Related roles include senior urban planner, city planner, regional planner, land use planner, transportation planner, planning manager, director of planning, and urban development consultant. Responsibilities and titles vary by employer, location, and project scope.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong research, data analysis, communication, and project management skills. Familiarity with zoning and land-use regulations, GIS mapping, planning software, public engagement, and local or regional approval processes can be valuable. Many positions require a degree in urban planning or a related field; advanced credentials and substantial experience may be expected for senior and leadership roles.

Find Senior Urban Planner Opportunities

Urban planning careers span local and regional government, consulting firms, real estate and development companies, nonprofits, and infrastructure organizations. Browse Ladders to discover vetted urban planner and related professional jobs, including opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, experience requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details.

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$80K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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$87K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an urban planner do?question toggle

    Urban planners develop plans and policies that guide land use and community growth. They may work on housing, transportation, zoning, infrastructure, sustainability, and public spaces, using research and community input to advise decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for urban planner jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a degree in urban planning or a related discipline, relevant experience, and skills in research, communication, data analysis, and project coordination. GIS, zoning, and public engagement experience can also be useful.

  • What are common urban planner job titles?question toggle

    Common titles include urban planner, city planner, senior planner, regional planner, land use planner, transportation planner, planning manager, and director of planning.

  • Where do urban planners work?question toggle

    Urban planners work for municipal and regional governments, planning and engineering consultancies, real estate and development companies, nonprofits, and organizations involved in infrastructure or community development.

  • Can urban planning jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced, specialized, and management-level urban planning roles may pay $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer, responsibilities, and experience; check each job listing for details.