Professor - Environmental Engineering Salary in the United States

How much does a Professor - Environmental Engineering make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Professor - Environmental Engineering in the United States is $108,023 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,257
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,117 to $124,372
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,367
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Professor - Environmental Engineering Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $124,372 $10,364 $2,392 $60
Average $108,023 $9,002 $2,077 $52
25th Percentile $95,117 $7,926 $1,829 $46
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Key Factors That Influence Professor - Environmental Engineering Salaries

A Professor - Environmental Engineering'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Professor - Environmental Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Professor - Environmental Engineering'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $102,558
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,548
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,944
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,527
  • Expert (over 8 years): $106,912
Levels Salary
Entry Level Professor - Environmental Engineering $102,558
Intermediate Level Professor - Environmental Engineering $103,548
Senior Level Professor - Environmental Engineering $103,944
Specialist Level Professor - Environmental Engineering $105,527
Expert Level Professor - Environmental Engineering $106,912
$102,558 0 yr
$103,548 < 2 yrs
$103,944 2-4 yrs
$105,527 5-8 yrs
$106,912 > 8 yrs
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How Education impacts a Professor - Environmental Engineering's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Professor - Environmental Engineerings enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Professor - Environmental Engineering with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $116,453 and $134,273.

Professor - Environmental Engineering Salaries by Degree Level

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Professor - Environmental Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Professor - Environmental Engineering'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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Average $108,023/year
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Average $52/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $124,372 $10,364 $2,392 $60
Average $108,023 $9,002 $2,077 $52
25th Percentile $95,117 $7,926 $1,829 $46

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Salary Trends for Professor - Environmental Engineerings

Salaries for a Professor - Environmental Engineering can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,867 in 2023 to around $53,962 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Professor - Environmental Engineering salary trends, .

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Professor - Environmental Engineering bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 64.5%
Bonuses 8.9%
Social Security 5.6%
401k/403b 3.6%
Disability 1.2%
Healthcare 3.8%
Pension 3.1%
Time Off 9.3%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $108,023 64.5%
Bonus $14,982 8.9%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $9,410 5.6%
401K/403B $6,027 3.6%
Disability $1,968 1.2%
Healthcare $6,371 3.8%
Pension $5,166 3.1%
Time Off $15,612 9.3%
Total Compensation $167,559 100%
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FAQ about Professor - Environmental Engineering

1. Where can a Professor - Environmental Engineering earn the most?

A Professor - Environmental Engineering's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Professor - Environmental Engineering earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Professor - Environmental Engineering is $136,249.

2. What is the highest pay for Professor - Environmental Engineering?

The highest pay for Professor - Environmental Engineering is $139,257.

3. What is the lowest pay for Professor - Environmental Engineering?

The lowest pay for Professor - Environmental Engineering is $83,367.

4. What are the responsibilities of Professor - Environmental Engineering?

Teaches courses in the discipline area of environmental engineering. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published.

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