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 $89,527, an Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $105,611, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,156, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,707,

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 $97,881, California $97,510, Massachusetts $96,210. 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: $219,347; Environmental Engineer V: $155,729; Environmental Engineer IV: $127,536; Environmental Engineer III: $104,287; Environmental Engineer: $103,229.

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Environmental Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineer II in Delaware is $89,527 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): $102,609
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,094 to $96,375
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,416

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Environmental Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,375	$8,031	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,527	$7,461	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$81,094	$6,758	$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): $89,527
Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years): $105,611
Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,156
Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years): $157,707

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineer I	0-2 years	$76,618
Environmental Engineer II	2-4 years	$89,527
Environmental Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,611
Environmental Engineer IV	7+ years	$129,156
Environmental Engineer V	7-10 years	$157,707

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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: $97,881.
California: $97,510.
Massachusetts: $96,210.

District of Columbia $97,881 California $97,510 Massachusetts $96,210 Washington $95,856 New Jersey $95,821 Alaska $95,697 Connecticut $94,477 New York $93,982

Hawaii $92,400 Rhode Island $91,657 Maryland $91,153 Minnesota $90,464 Colorado $90,199 Illinois $90,110 Oregon $89,774 Delaware $89,527

New Hampshire $89,371 Virginia $89,023 Pennsylvania $88,006 Nevada $87,493 North Dakota $87,325 Michigan $87,060 Wisconsin $86,963 Vermont $86,769

Texas $86,229 Maine $86,194 Arizona $86,141 Ohio $86,079 Georgia $85,266 Indiana $84,859 Wyoming $84,779 Utah $84,656

Iowa $84,603 Kansas $84,178 Louisiana $84,055 North Carolina $84,010 Missouri $83,993 Florida $83,648 Montana $83,462 Nebraska $83,285

Kentucky $83,188 South Carolina $82,835 Tennessee $82,614 Idaho $82,525 New Mexico $81,880 Oklahoma $81,738 Alabama $81,217 South Dakota $80,342

Arkansas $79,864 West Virginia $79,608 Mississippi $78,839

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: $89,124
Little Creek: $89,776
Magnolia: $89,647

Lincoln, DE $89,124 Little Creek, DE $89,776 Magnolia, DE $89,647 Milford, DE $89,350 Marydel, DE $89,497 Millsboro, DE $88,750 Millville, DE $88,887 Milton, DE $89,041

Nassau, DE $89,105 Ocean View, DE $88,872 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,042 Seaford, DE $89,093 Selbyville, DE $88,724 Smyrna, DE $89,838 Viola, DE $89,424 Woodside, DE $89,665

Bear, DE $89,458 Newark, DE $89,424 Claymont, DE $89,607 Delaware City, DE $89,513 Hockessin, DE $89,416 Kirkwood, DE $89,497 Middletown, DE $89,531 Montchanin, DE $89,437

New Castle, DE $89,450 Odessa, DE $89,575 Port Penn, DE $89,635 Rockland, DE $89,445 Saint Georges, DE $89,503 Townsend, DE $89,641 Winterthur, DE $89,456 Lewes, DE $89,075

Wilmington, DE $89,421 Dover, DE $89,776 Dover Afb, DE $89,303 Bethany Beach, DE $88,778 Bethel, DE $88,870 Bridgeville, DE $89,079 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,523 Cheswold, DE $89,747

Clayton, DE $89,750 Dagsboro, DE $88,716 Delmar, DE $88,574 Ellendale, DE $88,842 Felton, DE $89,343 Fenwick Island, DE $88,736 Frankford, DE $88,581 Frederica, DE $89,431

Georgetown, DE $88,682 Greenwood, DE $89,094 Harbeson, DE $88,777 Harrington, DE $89,230 Hartly, DE $89,507 Houston, DE $89,102 Kenton, DE $89,754 Laurel, DE $88,629

Yorklyn, DE $89,443

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

Environmental Engineer II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $100,135. While startup companies pay approximate $84,684.

Environmental Engineer II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$84,684
Growth Stage	51~500	$89,567
Established	501~5000	$96,699
Enterprise	5000+	$100,135

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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$81,094

Average $89,527/year

$96,375

$6,758

Average $7,461/month

$8,031

$1,559

Average $1,722/week

$1,853

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,375	$8,031	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,527	$7,461	$1,722	$43
25th Percentile	$81,094	$6,758	$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 $105,611 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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