Environmental Engineers

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) reports that median annual earnings of environmental engineers were $100,090 in May 2023. Salaries ranged from less than $63,370 for the lowest paid 10 percent to more than $156,530 for the highest paid 10 percent. The DOL reports the following mean annual earnings by employer:

• federal government: $116,080
• engineering services: $101,070
• local government: $98,350
• state government: $91,870
• management, scientific, and technical consulting services: $83,320

Fringe benefits vary widely depending on the employer. State EPA jobs may include, for example, two weeks of vacation, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, use of company vehicles for work, and similar perks. In-house or consulting positions may include additional benefits to lure top candidates.