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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Engineering Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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

An Environmental Engineering Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $57,124, an Environmental Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $66,804, an Environmental Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $74,450, an Environmental Engineering Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $92,529, an Environmental Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $99,620,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Engineering Technician I?

Environmental Engineering Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineering Technician I roles are District of Columbia $57,124, California $56,907, Massachusetts $56,149. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Environmental Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Environmental Engineering Technician Specialist: $83,590; Environmental Engineering Technician IV: $83,570; Senior Environmental Engineering Technician: $67,250; Environmental Engineering Technician III: $67,242; Intermediate Environmental Engineering Technician: $60,340.

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Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Technician I in District of Columbia is $57,124 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,536
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,058 to $63,097
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,357

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Environmental Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,097	$5,258	$1,213	$30
Average	$57,124	$4,760	$1,099	$27
25th Percentile	$53,058	$4,422	$1,020	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Technician I Salaries

An Environmental Engineering Technician I'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 Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering Technician I'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 Technician I (0-1 years): $57,124
Environmental Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $66,804
Environmental Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $74,450
Environmental Engineering Technician IV (5-7 years): $92,529
Environmental Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $99,620

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Environmental Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$57,124
Environmental Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$66,804
Environmental Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$74,450
Environmental Engineering Technician IV	5-7 years	$92,529
Environmental Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$99,620

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How Do Environmental Engineering Technician I 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 Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,124.
California: $56,907.
Massachusetts: $56,149.

District of Columbia $57,124 California $56,907 Massachusetts $56,149 Washington $55,942 New Jersey $55,922 Alaska $55,849 Connecticut $55,137 New York $54,849

Hawaii $53,925 Rhode Island $53,492 Maryland $53,198 Minnesota $52,795 Colorado $52,640 Illinois $52,589 Oregon $52,393 Delaware $52,248

New Hampshire $52,157 Virginia $51,954 Pennsylvania $51,361 Nevada $51,062 North Dakota $50,964 Michigan $50,809 Wisconsin $50,752 Vermont $50,639

Texas $50,324 Maine $50,303 Arizona $50,272 Ohio $50,236 Georgia $49,761 Indiana $49,524 Wyoming $49,478 Utah $49,405

Iowa $49,375 Kansas $49,127 Louisiana $49,055 North Carolina $49,029 Missouri $49,019 Florida $48,817 Montana $48,709 Nebraska $48,606

Kentucky $48,549 South Carolina $48,343 Tennessee $48,214 Idaho $48,162 New Mexico $47,785 Oklahoma $47,703 Alabama $47,398 South Dakota $46,888

Arkansas $46,609 West Virginia $46,459 Mississippi $46,011

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineering Technician Is

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: $56,814
Washington: $56,814
Naval Anacost Annex: $56,812

Parcel Return Service, DC $56,814 Washington, DC $56,814 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $56,812 Washington Navy Yard, DC $56,814

Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Environmental Engineering Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $63,892. While startup companies pay approximate $54,034.

Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$54,034
Growth Stage	51~500	$57,149
Established	501~5000	$61,700
Enterprise	5000+	$63,892

Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Engineering Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Engineering Technician positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Engineering Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Engineering Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$74,261	$36.0	30%
Software & Networking	$71,405	$34.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$68,549	$33.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$59,980	$29.0	5%
Chemicals	$59,980	$29.0	5%

Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering Technician I'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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$53,058

Average $57,124/year

$63,097

$4,422

Average $4,760/month

$5,258

$1,020

Average $1,099/week

$1,213

$26

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,097	$5,258	$1,213	$30
Average	$57,124	$4,760	$1,099	$27
25th Percentile	$53,058	$4,422	$1,020	$26

Environmental Engineering Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Environmental Engineering Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Environmental Engineering Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $66,804 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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