What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Engineer VI'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 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, an Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (12+ years)earns $106,699,

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

Environmental Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $242,861, California $241,940, Massachusetts $238,715. 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 Analysis Engineer VI: $219,400; Environmental Testing and Analysis Engineer VI: $219,350; Medical Device Engineer VI: $204,692; Electrical Engineer VI: $200,774; Aeronautical Engineer VI: $199,496.

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Environmental Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineer VI in Delaware is $222,133 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $107.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $238,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $209,779 to $230,695
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $198,531

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Environmental Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$230,695	$19,225	$4,436	$111
Average	$222,133	$18,511	$4,272	$107
25th Percentile	$209,779	$17,482	$4,034	$101

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineer VI Salaries

An Environmental Engineer VI'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 VI'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 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
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (12+ years): $106,699

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor	12+ years	$106,699

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

District of Columbia: $242,861.
California: $241,940.
Massachusetts: $238,715.

District of Columbia $242,861 California $241,940 Massachusetts $238,715 Washington $237,838 New Jersey $237,750 Alaska $237,443 Connecticut $234,416 New York $233,188

Hawaii $229,261 Rhode Island $227,419 Maryland $226,169 Minnesota $224,458 Colorado $223,800 Illinois $223,580 Oregon $222,747 Delaware $222,133

New Hampshire $221,747 Virginia $220,882 Pennsylvania $218,360 Nevada $217,088 North Dakota $216,671 Michigan $216,013 Wisconsin $215,772 Vermont $215,289

Texas $213,951 Maine $213,863 Arizona $213,732 Ohio $213,578 Georgia $211,560 Indiana $210,551 Wyoming $210,354 Utah $210,047

Iowa $209,915 Kansas $208,862 Louisiana $208,555 North Carolina $208,445 Missouri $208,402 Florida $207,546 Montana $207,086 Nebraska $206,647

Kentucky $206,406 South Carolina $205,528 Tennessee $204,980 Idaho $204,760 New Mexico $203,159 Oklahoma $202,808 Alabama $201,514 South Dakota $199,343

Arkansas $198,158 West Virginia $197,522 Mississippi $195,614

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineer VIs

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: $221,132
Little Creek: $222,751
Magnolia: $222,431

Lincoln, DE $221,132 Little Creek, DE $222,751 Magnolia, DE $222,431 Milford, DE $221,694 Marydel, DE $222,058 Millsboro, DE $220,205 Millville, DE $220,545 Milton, DE $220,926

Nassau, DE $221,086 Ocean View, DE $220,507 Rehoboth Beach, DE $220,931 Seaford, DE $221,056 Selbyville, DE $220,141 Smyrna, DE $222,905 Viola, DE $221,878 Woodside, DE $222,475

Bear, DE $221,962 Newark, DE $221,878 Claymont, DE $222,332 Delaware City, DE $222,100 Hockessin, DE $221,859 Kirkwood, DE $222,058 Middletown, DE $222,144 Montchanin, DE $221,909

New Castle, DE $221,942 Odessa, DE $222,253 Port Penn, DE $222,403 Rockland, DE $221,931 Saint Georges, DE $222,073 Townsend, DE $222,416 Winterthur, DE $221,957 Lewes, DE $221,012

Wilmington, DE $221,869 Dover, DE $222,751 Dover Afb, DE $221,578 Bethany Beach, DE $220,275 Bethel, DE $220,503 Bridgeville, DE $221,023 Camden Wyoming, DE $222,124 Cheswold, DE $222,679

Clayton, DE $222,685 Dagsboro, DE $220,121 Delmar, DE $219,768 Ellendale, DE $220,435 Felton, DE $221,676 Fenwick Island, DE $220,170 Frankford, DE $219,786 Frederica, DE $221,896

Georgetown, DE $220,038 Greenwood, DE $221,058 Harbeson, DE $220,273 Harrington, DE $221,396 Hartly, DE $222,084 Houston, DE $221,080 Kenton, DE $222,696 Laurel, DE $219,906

Yorklyn, DE $221,924

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineer VI'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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$209,779

Average $222,133/year

$230,695

$17,482

Average $18,511/month

$19,225

$4,034

Average $4,272/week

$4,436

$101

Average $107/hour

$111

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$230,695	$19,225	$4,436	$111
Average	$222,133	$18,511	$4,272	$107
25th Percentile	$209,779	$17,482	$4,034	$101

Environmental Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Environmental Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $91,116 - a projected growth of -59% over your current level.

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