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

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

How does experience change An Environmental Engineer 's salary?

An Environmental Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $76,618, an Environmental Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $89,529, an Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,607, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,150, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,712,

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

Environmental Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $83,767, California $83,450, Massachusetts $82,338. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Environmental Scientist I: $108,794; Environmental Engineer III: $104,283; Environmental Engineer: $103,225; Facilities Engineer I: $79,749; Environmental Testing and Analysis Engineer I: $75,690.

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Environmental Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineer I in Delaware is $76,618 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,639
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,183 to $84,480
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,325

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Environmental Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,480	$7,040	$1,625	$41
Average	$76,618	$6,385	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$70,183	$5,849	$1,350	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineer I Salaries

An Environmental Engineer I'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineer I'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:

Environmental Engineer I (0-2 years): $76,618
Environmental Engineer II (2-4 years): $89,529
Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years): $105,607
Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,150
Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years): $157,712

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineer I	0-2 years	$76,618
Environmental Engineer II	2-4 years	$89,529
Environmental Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,607
Environmental Engineer IV	7+ years	$129,150
Environmental Engineer V	7-10 years	$157,712

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How Do Environmental Engineer I 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 Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,767.
California: $83,450.
Massachusetts: $82,338.

District of Columbia $83,767 California $83,450 Massachusetts $82,338 Washington $82,035 New Jersey $82,005 Alaska $81,899 Connecticut $80,855 New York $80,431

Hawaii $79,077 Rhode Island $78,441 Maryland $78,010 Minnesota $77,420 Colorado $77,193 Illinois $77,117 Oregon $76,830 Delaware $76,618

New Hampshire $76,485 Virginia $76,187 Pennsylvania $75,317 Nevada $74,878 North Dakota $74,734 Michigan $74,507 Wisconsin $74,424 Vermont $74,257

Texas $73,796 Maine $73,766 Arizona $73,720 Ohio $73,667 Georgia $72,971 Indiana $72,623 Wyoming $72,555 Utah $72,449

Iowa $72,404 Kansas $72,041 Louisiana $71,935 North Carolina $71,897 Missouri $71,882 Florida $71,587 Montana $71,428 Nebraska $71,276

Kentucky $71,193 South Carolina $70,891 Tennessee $70,701 Idaho $70,626 New Mexico $70,074 Oklahoma $69,952 Alabama $69,506 South Dakota $68,757

Arkansas $68,349 West Virginia $68,129 Mississippi $67,471

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineer Is

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:

Lincoln: $79,296
Little Creek: $78,562
Magnolia: $78,888

Lincoln, DE $79,296 Little Creek, DE $78,562 Magnolia, DE $78,888 Milford, DE $79,296 Marydel, DE $78,267 Millsboro, DE $79,296 Millville, DE $79,826 Milton, DE $79,296

Nassau, DE $79,296 Ocean View, DE $79,826 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,826 Seaford, DE $78,464 Selbyville, DE $79,826 Smyrna, DE $78,176 Viola, DE $78,888 Woodside, DE $78,661

Bear, DE $77,601 Newark, DE $77,632 Claymont, DE $77,692 Delaware City, DE $77,632 Hockessin, DE $77,692 Kirkwood, DE $77,632 Middletown, DE $78,017 Montchanin, DE $77,692

New Castle, DE $77,692 Odessa, DE $78,123 Port Penn, DE $77,420 Rockland, DE $77,692 Saint Georges, DE $77,632 Townsend, DE $78,010 Winterthur, DE $77,692 Lewes, DE $79,296

Wilmington, DE $77,692 Dover, DE $78,524 Dover Afb, DE $78,706 Bethany Beach, DE $79,826 Bethel, DE $78,464 Bridgeville, DE $79,296 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,608 Cheswold, DE $78,343

Clayton, DE $78,146 Dagsboro, DE $79,826 Delmar, DE $78,464 Ellendale, DE $79,296 Felton, DE $79,296 Fenwick Island, DE $79,826 Frankford, DE $79,826 Frederica, DE $79,296

Georgetown, DE $79,296 Greenwood, DE $79,296 Harbeson, DE $79,296 Harrington, DE $79,296 Hartly, DE $78,108 Houston, DE $79,296 Kenton, DE $78,146 Laurel, DE $78,464

Yorklyn, DE $77,692

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineer I'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.

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$70,183

Average $76,618/year

$84,480

$5,849

Average $6,385/month

$7,040

$1,350

Average $1,473/week

$1,625

$34

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,480	$7,040	$1,625	$41
Average	$76,618	$6,385	$1,473	$37
25th Percentile	$70,183	$5,849	$1,350	$34

Environmental Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Environmental Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $89,529 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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