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

What industry pays the highest salary for Environmental Engineering Director?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Engineering Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $116,659, an Environmental Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $135,521, an Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $186,399, an Environmental Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $212,987, a VP of Environmental Engineering (5+ years)earns $268,100,

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 $212,987, California $212,179, Massachusetts $209,351. 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: $242,142; Chemical Engineering Director: $201,445; Environmental Analysis Director: $192,400; Environmental Testing and Analysis Director: $192,390; Environmental Programs and Projects Director: $192,370.

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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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $212,987 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): $225,090
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $201,254 to $219,322
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,571

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Environmental Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,322	$18,277	$4,218	$105
Average	$212,987	$17,749	$4,096	$102
25th Percentile	$201,254	$16,771	$3,870	$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): $116,659
Environmental Engineering Manager (5+ years): $135,521
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $186,399
Environmental Engineering Director (5+ years): $212,987
VP of Environmental Engineering (5+ years): $268,100

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$116,659
Environmental Engineering Manager	5+ years	$135,521
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$186,399
Environmental Engineering Director	5+ years	$212,987
VP of Environmental Engineering	5+ years	$268,100

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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: $212,987.
California: $212,179.
Massachusetts: $209,351.

District of Columbia $212,987 California $212,179 Massachusetts $209,351 Washington $208,581 New Jersey $208,504 Alaska $208,235 Connecticut $205,580 New York $204,503

Hawaii $201,060 Rhode Island $199,444 Maryland $198,348 Minnesota $196,847 Colorado $196,270 Illinois $196,078 Oregon $195,347 Delaware $194,808

New Hampshire $194,469 Virginia $193,712 Pennsylvania $191,499 Nevada $190,384 North Dakota $190,018 Michigan $189,441 Wisconsin $189,229 Vermont $188,806

Texas $187,633 Maine $187,556 Arizona $187,440 Ohio $187,306 Georgia $185,536 Indiana $184,651 Wyoming $184,478 Utah $184,209

Iowa $184,093 Kansas $183,170 Louisiana $182,901 North Carolina $182,804 Missouri $182,766 Florida $182,016 Montana $181,612 Nebraska $181,227

Kentucky $181,015 South Carolina $180,246 Tennessee $179,765 Idaho $179,573 New Mexico $178,168 Oklahoma $177,861 Alabama $176,726 South Dakota $174,821

Arkansas $173,783 West Virginia $173,225 Mississippi $171,551

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: $211,830
Washington: $211,832
Naval Anacost Annex: $211,823

Parcel Return Service, DC $211,830 Washington, DC $211,832 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $211,823 Washington Navy Yard, DC $211,830

Environmental Engineering Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Environmental Engineering Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $238,224. While startup companies pay approximate $201,466.

Environmental Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$201,466
Growth Stage	51~500	$213,082
Established	501~5000	$230,050
Enterprise	5000+	$238,224

Environmental Engineering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Engineering Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 41% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Engineering Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Engineering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Engineering Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$255,584	$123.0	20%
Internet	$251,324	$121.0	18%
Biotechnology	$244,935	$118.0	15%
Healthcare	$238,545	$115.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$234,285	$113.0	10%

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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$201,254

Average $212,987/year

$219,322

$16,771

Average $17,749/month

$18,277

$3,870

Average $4,096/week

$4,218

$97

Average $102/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,322	$18,277	$4,218	$105
Average	$212,987	$17,749	$4,096	$102
25th Percentile	$201,254	$16,771	$3,870	$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 $268,100 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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