What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Safety Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Environmental Safety Engineer?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Safety Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Environmental Safety Engineer's salary?

An Environmental Safety Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,395 for beginners, reaching about $109,283 at mid-level, and approach $115,296 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Safety Engineer?

Environmental Safety Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Safety Engineer roles are District of Columbia $110,833, California $110,413, Massachusetts $108,943. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Safety Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Safety Engineer level roles vary by specialization: VP of Environmental & Employee Safety: $192,624; Environmental & Employee Safety Director: $154,602; Environmental and Safety Manager: $123,264; Environmental Safety Manager: $120,834; Environmental & Employee Safety Manager: $104,709.

Environmental Safety Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Environmental Safety Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Safety Engineer in District of Columbia is $110,833 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an Environmental Safety Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,886
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,293 to $121,853
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,697

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Environmental Safety Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,853	$10,154	$2,343	$59
Average	$110,833	$9,236	$2,131	$53
25th Percentile	$100,293	$8,358	$1,929	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Safety Engineer Salaries

An Environmental Safety Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Environmental Safety Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Safety Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $107,395
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,710
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,283
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,007
Expert (over 8 years): $115,296

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Environmental Safety Engineer	$107,395
Intermediate Level Environmental Safety Engineer	$107,710
Senior Level Environmental Safety Engineer	$109,283
Specialist Level Environmental Safety Engineer	$112,007
Expert Level Environmental Safety Engineer	$115,296

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How Do Environmental Safety Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Environmental Safety Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $110,833.
California: $110,413.
Massachusetts: $108,943.

District of Columbia $110,833 California $110,413 Massachusetts $108,943 Washington $108,543 New Jersey $108,503 Alaska $108,363 Connecticut $106,983 New York $106,423

Hawaii $104,633 Rhode Island $103,793 Maryland $103,223 Minnesota $102,443 Colorado $102,143 Illinois $102,043 Oregon $101,663 Delaware $101,383

New Hampshire $101,203 Virginia $100,803 Pennsylvania $99,653 Nevada $99,073 North Dakota $98,883 Michigan $98,583 Wisconsin $98,473 Vermont $98,253

Texas $97,643 Maine $97,603 Arizona $97,543 Ohio $97,473 Georgia $96,553 Indiana $96,093 Wyoming $96,003 Utah $95,863

Iowa $95,803 Kansas $95,323 Louisiana $95,183 North Carolina $95,133 Missouri $95,113 Florida $94,723 Montana $94,513 Nebraska $94,313

Kentucky $94,203 South Carolina $93,803 Tennessee $93,553 Idaho $93,453 New Mexico $92,723 Oklahoma $92,563 Alabama $91,973 South Dakota $90,983

Arkansas $90,443 West Virginia $90,153 Mississippi $89,273

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Safety Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $110,233
Washington: $110,233
Naval Anacost Annex: $110,233

Parcel Return Service, DC $110,233 Washington, DC $110,233 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $110,233 Washington Navy Yard, DC $110,233

Environmental Safety Engineer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Environmental Safety Engineer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,152. While startup companies pay approximate $104,310.

Environmental Safety Engineer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$104,310
Growth Stage	51~500	$110,272
Established	501~5000	$118,971
Enterprise	5000+	$123,152

Environmental Safety Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Safety Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Energy & Utilities, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Environmental Safety Engineer positions in MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Environmental Safety Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Environmental Safety Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$144,083	$69.0	30%

Environmental Safety Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Safety Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$100,293

Average $110,833/year

$121,853

$8,358

Average $9,236/month

$10,154

$1,929

Average $2,131/week

$2,343

$48

Average $53/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,853	$10,154	$2,343	$59
Average	$110,833	$9,236	$2,131	$53
25th Percentile	$100,293	$8,358	$1,929	$48

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