What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Engineer II'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 II?

Environmental Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $97,883, California $97,512, Massachusetts $96,212. 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 Engineer VI: $219,322; Environmental Engineer V: $155,734; Environmental Engineer IV: $127,530; Environmental Engineer III: $104,283; Environmental Engineer: $103,225.

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Environmental Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineer II in Delaware is $89,529 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,619
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,070 to $96,381
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,368

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Environmental Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,381	$8,032	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,529	$7,461	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$81,070	$6,756	$1,559	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineer II Salaries

An Environmental Engineer II'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 II'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 II 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 IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,883.
California: $97,512.
Massachusetts: $96,212.

District of Columbia $97,883 California $97,512 Massachusetts $96,212 Washington $95,859 New Jersey $95,823 Alaska $95,699 Connecticut $94,479 New York $93,984

Hawaii $92,402 Rhode Island $91,659 Maryland $91,155 Minnesota $90,466 Colorado $90,201 Illinois $90,112 Oregon $89,776 Delaware $89,529

New Hampshire $89,373 Virginia $89,025 Pennsylvania $88,008 Nevada $87,495 North Dakota $87,327 Michigan $87,062 Wisconsin $86,965 Vermont $86,770

Texas $86,231 Maine $86,196 Arizona $86,143 Ohio $86,081 Georgia $85,268 Indiana $84,861 Wyoming $84,781 Utah $84,658

Iowa $84,605 Kansas $84,180 Louisiana $84,056 North Carolina $84,012 Missouri $83,995 Florida $83,650 Montana $83,464 Nebraska $83,287

Kentucky $83,190 South Carolina $82,836 Tennessee $82,615 Idaho $82,527 New Mexico $81,882 Oklahoma $81,740 Alabama $81,219 South Dakota $80,343

Arkansas $79,866 West Virginia $79,610 Mississippi $78,840

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineer IIs

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: $92,658
Little Creek: $91,801
Magnolia: $92,181

Lincoln, DE $92,658 Little Creek, DE $91,801 Magnolia, DE $92,181 Milford, DE $92,658 Marydel, DE $91,456 Millsboro, DE $92,658 Millville, DE $93,277 Milton, DE $92,658

Nassau, DE $92,658 Ocean View, DE $93,277 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,277 Seaford, DE $91,686 Selbyville, DE $93,277 Smyrna, DE $91,350 Viola, DE $92,181 Woodside, DE $91,916

Bear, DE $90,678 Newark, DE $90,713 Claymont, DE $90,784 Delaware City, DE $90,713 Hockessin, DE $90,784 Kirkwood, DE $90,713 Middletown, DE $91,164 Montchanin, DE $90,784

New Castle, DE $90,784 Odessa, DE $91,288 Port Penn, DE $90,466 Rockland, DE $90,784 Saint Georges, DE $90,713 Townsend, DE $91,155 Winterthur, DE $90,784 Lewes, DE $92,658

Wilmington, DE $90,784 Dover, DE $91,757 Dover Afb, DE $91,969 Bethany Beach, DE $93,277 Bethel, DE $91,686 Bridgeville, DE $92,658 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,854 Cheswold, DE $91,544

Clayton, DE $91,315 Dagsboro, DE $93,277 Delmar, DE $91,686 Ellendale, DE $92,658 Felton, DE $92,658 Fenwick Island, DE $93,277 Frankford, DE $93,277 Frederica, DE $92,658

Georgetown, DE $92,658 Greenwood, DE $92,658 Harbeson, DE $92,658 Harrington, DE $92,658 Hartly, DE $91,270 Houston, DE $92,658 Kenton, DE $91,315 Laurel, DE $91,686

Yorklyn, DE $90,784

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineer II'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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$81,070

Average $89,529/year

$96,381

$6,756

Average $7,461/month

$8,032

$1,559

Average $1,722/week

$1,853

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,381	$8,032	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,529	$7,461	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$81,070	$6,756	$1,559	$39

Environmental Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Environmental Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $105,607 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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