What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Engineering Manager'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 Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 150% above the market median.

How does experience change An Environmental Engineering Manager's salary?

An Environmental Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $99,620, an Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (12+ years)earns $116,659, an Environmental Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $135,521, an Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $186,399, an Environmental Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $212,987,

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

Environmental Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $135,521, California $135,007, Massachusetts $133,208. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Environmental Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: VP of Environmental Engineering: $242,142; Environmental Engineering Director: $192,365; Environmental Engineering Senior Manager: $168,352; Environmental Analysis Manager: $122,390; Professor - Environmental Engineering: $108,283.

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Environmental Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $135,521 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,971
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,257 to $145,702
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,271

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Environmental Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,702	$12,142	$2,802	$70
Average	$135,521	$11,293	$2,606	$65
25th Percentile	$121,257	$10,105	$2,332	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Manager Salaries

An Environmental Engineering Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering Manager'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 Supervisor (12+ years): $99,620
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (12+ years): $116,659
Environmental Engineering Manager (12+ years): $135,521
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $186,399
Environmental Engineering Director (12+ years): $212,987

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$99,620
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor	12+ years	$116,659
Environmental Engineering Manager	12+ years	$135,521
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$186,399
Environmental Engineering Director	12+ years	$212,987

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

District of Columbia: $135,521.
California: $135,007.
Massachusetts: $133,208.

District of Columbia $135,521 California $135,007 Massachusetts $133,208 Washington $132,718 New Jersey $132,669 Alaska $132,498 Connecticut $130,809 New York $130,123

Hawaii $127,932 Rhode Island $126,904 Maryland $126,207 Minnesota $125,252 Colorado $124,885 Illinois $124,762 Oregon $124,297 Delaware $123,954

New Hampshire $123,739 Virginia $123,257 Pennsylvania $121,849 Nevada $121,139 North Dakota $120,907 Michigan $120,540 Wisconsin $120,405 Vermont $120,136

Texas $119,389 Maine $119,340 Arizona $119,267 Ohio $119,181 Georgia $118,055 Indiana $117,492 Wyoming $117,382 Utah $117,210

Iowa $117,137 Kansas $116,549 Louisiana $116,378 North Carolina $116,317 Missouri $116,292 Florida $115,815 Montana $115,558 Nebraska $115,313

Kentucky $115,178 South Carolina $114,689 Tennessee $114,383 Idaho $114,260 New Mexico $113,367 Oklahoma $113,171 Alabama $112,449 South Dakota $111,237

Arkansas $110,576 West Virginia $110,221 Mississippi $109,156

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineering Managers

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: $134,786
Washington: $134,787
Naval Anacost Annex: $134,781

Parcel Return Service, DC $134,786 Washington, DC $134,787 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $134,781 Washington Navy Yard, DC $134,786

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

Environmental Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $151,579. While startup companies pay approximate $128,191.

Environmental Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$128,191
Growth Stage	51~500	$135,582
Established	501~5000	$146,379
Enterprise	5000+	$151,579

Environmental Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 210% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 150% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Engineering Manager positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Environmental Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$338,803	$163.0	150%

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering Manager'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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$121,257

Average $135,521/year

$145,702

$10,105

Average $11,293/month

$12,142

$2,332

Average $2,606/week

$2,802

$58

Average $65/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,702	$12,142	$2,802	$70
Average	$135,521	$11,293	$2,606	$65
25th Percentile	$121,257	$10,105	$2,332	$58

Environmental Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Environmental Engineering Director

For an Environmental Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $186,399 - a projected growth of 38% over your current level.

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