What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Engineering Director'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 Engineering Director's salary?

An Environmental Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $116,649, an Environmental Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $135,551, an Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $186,335, an Environmental Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $213,003, a VP of Environmental Engineering (5+ years)earns $268,054,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Engineering Director?

Environmental Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $213,003, California $212,195, Massachusetts $209,367. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Environmental Engineering: $242,101; Chemical Engineering Director: $201,456; Environmental Analysis Director: $192,400; Environmental Testing and Analysis Director: $192,390; Environmental Programs and Projects Director: $192,380.

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Environmental Engineering Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Environmental Engineering Director make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $213,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $225,117
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $201,273 to $219,344
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,594

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Environmental Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,344	$18,279	$4,218	$105
Average	$213,003	$17,750	$4,096	$102
25th Percentile	$201,273	$16,773	$3,871	$97

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Director Salaries

An Environmental Engineering Director'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 Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering Director'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 Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $116,649
Environmental Engineering Manager (5+ years): $135,551
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $186,335
Environmental Engineering Director (5+ years): $213,003
VP of Environmental Engineering (5+ years): $268,054

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$116,649
Environmental Engineering Manager	5+ years	$135,551
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$186,335
Environmental Engineering Director	5+ years	$213,003
VP of Environmental Engineering	5+ years	$268,054

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How Do Environmental Engineering Director 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 Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $213,003.
California: $212,195.
Massachusetts: $209,367.

District of Columbia $213,003 California $212,195 Massachusetts $209,367 Washington $208,598 New Jersey $208,521 Alaska $208,251 Connecticut $205,597 New York $204,519

Hawaii $201,076 Rhode Island $199,460 Maryland $198,363 Minnesota $196,862 Colorado $196,285 Illinois $196,093 Oregon $195,362 Delaware $194,823

New Hampshire $194,485 Virginia $193,727 Pennsylvania $191,514 Nevada $190,398 North Dakota $190,033 Michigan $189,456 Wisconsin $189,244 Vermont $188,821

Texas $187,647 Maine $187,571 Arizona $187,455 Ohio $187,320 Georgia $185,551 Indiana $184,666 Wyoming $184,492 Utah $184,223

Iowa $184,108 Kansas $183,184 Louisiana $182,915 North Carolina $182,819 Missouri $182,780 Florida $182,030 Montana $181,626 Nebraska $181,241

Kentucky $181,030 South Carolina $180,260 Tennessee $179,779 Idaho $179,587 New Mexico $178,182 Oklahoma $177,875 Alabama $176,740 South Dakota $174,835

Arkansas $173,796 West Virginia $173,238 Mississippi $171,564

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineering Directors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $213,003
Washington: $213,003
Naval Anacost Annex: $213,003

Parcel Return Service, DC $213,003 Washington, DC $213,003 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $213,003 Washington Navy Yard, DC $213,003

Environmental Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering Director'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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$201,273

Average $213,003/year

$219,344

$16,773

Average $17,750/month

$18,279

$3,871

Average $4,096/week

$4,218

$97

Average $102/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,344	$18,279	$4,218	$105
Average	$213,003	$17,750	$4,096	$102
25th Percentile	$201,273	$16,773	$3,871	$97

Environmental Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Environmental Engineering

For an Environmental Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Environmental Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $268,054 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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