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The average salary for an Environmental Engineer in U.S. is $105,840.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $105,840

$63,370$156,530

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $50.89

$30.47$75.26

What does an Environmental Engineer earn?

On average, environmental engineers earn around $105,840 per year in the U.S.. Environmental engineers communicate with clients on how to best manage the environment, usually through the implementation of technological solutions. An environmental engineer can specialise in areas such as hazardous waste management, air pollution control, or water quality management.

How to earn more as an Environmental Engineer

To become an environmental engineer, you will need a degree in environmental science, engineering, or related fields. Alternatively, you may take on a degree apprenticeship to learn more. To increase your earning potential in this field you could consider specialising in a certain area such as waste management, research and development, or pollution control. Another excellent way to become an environmental engineer is by becoming self-employed or starting your own consultancy.