What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Engineer V'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 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, an Environmental Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $222,133, an Environmental Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $91,116,

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

Environmental Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $172,423, California $171,769, Massachusetts $169,480. 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: Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,429; Chemical Engineer V: $164,827; Environmental Testing and Analysis Engineer V: $155,790; Environmental Health & Safety Administrator V: $155,742; Environmental Analysis Engineer V: $155,730.

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Environmental Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineer V in Delaware is $157,707 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,895
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,938 to $159,376
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $140,954

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Environmental Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,376	$13,281	$3,065	$77
Average	$157,707	$13,142	$3,033	$76
25th Percentile	$148,938	$12,411	$2,864	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineer V Salaries

An Environmental Engineer V'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 V'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 III (4-7 years): $105,611
Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,156
Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years): $157,707
Environmental Engineer VI (10-12 years): $222,133
Environmental Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $91,116

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineer III	4-7 years	$105,611
Environmental Engineer IV	7+ years	$129,156
Environmental Engineer V	7-10 years	$157,707
Environmental Engineer VI	10-12 years	$222,133
Environmental Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$91,116

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

District of Columbia: $172,423.
California: $171,769.
Massachusetts: $169,480.

District of Columbia $172,423 California $171,769 Massachusetts $169,480 Washington $168,857 New Jersey $168,795 Alaska $168,577 Connecticut $166,428 New York $165,555

Hawaii $162,768 Rhode Island $161,460 Maryland $160,572 Minnesota $159,357 Colorado $158,890 Illinois $158,735 Oregon $158,143 Delaware $157,707

New Hampshire $157,433 Virginia $156,819 Pennsylvania $155,028 Nevada $154,125 North Dakota $153,829 Michigan $153,362 Wisconsin $153,191 Vermont $152,848

Texas $151,898 Maine $151,836 Arizona $151,742 Ohio $151,633 Georgia $150,201 Indiana $149,484 Wyoming $149,344 Utah $149,126

Iowa $149,033 Kansas $148,285 Louisiana $148,067 North Carolina $147,989 Missouri $147,958 Florida $147,351 Montana $147,024 Nebraska $146,712

Kentucky $146,541 South Carolina $145,918 Tennessee $145,529 Idaho $145,373 New Mexico $144,236 Oklahoma $143,987 Alabama $143,068 South Dakota $141,527

Arkansas $140,686 West Virginia $140,234 Mississippi $138,879

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineer Vs

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: $156,997
Little Creek: $158,146
Magnolia: $157,919

Lincoln, DE $156,997 Little Creek, DE $158,146 Magnolia, DE $157,919 Milford, DE $157,395 Marydel, DE $157,654 Millsboro, DE $156,338 Millville, DE $156,579 Milton, DE $156,850

Nassau, DE $156,964 Ocean View, DE $156,553 Rehoboth Beach, DE $156,853 Seaford, DE $156,942 Selbyville, DE $156,293 Smyrna, DE $158,255 Viola, DE $157,526 Woodside, DE $157,950

Bear, DE $157,585 Newark, DE $157,526 Claymont, DE $157,848 Delaware City, DE $157,683 Hockessin, DE $157,512 Kirkwood, DE $157,654 Middletown, DE $157,715 Montchanin, DE $157,548

New Castle, DE $157,571 Odessa, DE $157,792 Port Penn, DE $157,898 Rockland, DE $157,563 Saint Georges, DE $157,665 Townsend, DE $157,908 Winterthur, DE $157,582 Lewes, DE $156,911

Wilmington, DE $157,520 Dover, DE $158,146 Dover Afb, DE $157,313 Bethany Beach, DE $156,388 Bethel, DE $156,550 Bridgeville, DE $156,919 Camden Wyoming, DE $157,701 Cheswold, DE $158,095

Clayton, DE $158,099 Dagsboro, DE $156,279 Delmar, DE $156,028 Ellendale, DE $156,501 Felton, DE $157,383 Fenwick Island, DE $156,313 Frankford, DE $156,040 Frederica, DE $157,539

Georgetown, DE $156,220 Greenwood, DE $156,944 Harbeson, DE $156,386 Harrington, DE $157,184 Hartly, DE $157,672 Houston, DE $156,959 Kenton, DE $158,107 Laurel, DE $156,126

Yorklyn, DE $157,559

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineer V'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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$148,938

Average $157,707/year

$159,376

$12,411

Average $13,142/month

$13,281

$2,864

Average $3,033/week

$3,065

$72

Average $76/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,376	$13,281	$3,065	$77
Average	$157,707	$13,142	$3,033	$76
25th Percentile	$148,938	$12,411	$2,864	$72

Environmental Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Environmental Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineer VI role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $222,133 - a projected growth of 41% over your current level.

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