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

An Environmental Attorney's salary grows with experience: an Attorney I (0-2 years)earns $99,448, an Environmental Attorney (2-4 years)earns $132,011, an Attorney III (4-7 years)earns $186,426, an Attorney IV (7+ years)earns $212,256, an Attorney V (7-10 years)earns $251,864,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Attorney?

Environmental Attorney salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Attorney roles are District of Columbia $141,082, California $140,546, Massachusetts $138,673. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Attorney roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Attorney level roles vary by specialization: Attorney VI: $293,167; Attorney V: $253,419; Attorney IV: $213,566; Managing Attorney: $194,428; Attorney III: $187,577.

Environmental Attorney Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Attorney make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Attorney in Delaware is $129,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,322
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,778 to $144,891
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,794

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Environmental Attorney Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,891	$12,074	$2,786	$70
Average	$129,040	$10,753	$2,482	$62
25th Percentile	$114,778	$9,565	$2,207	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Attorney Salaries

An Environmental Attorney'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 Attorney Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Attorney'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): $99,448
Early Career (1-2 years): $132,011
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $186,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $212,256
Expert (over 8 years): $251,864

Levels	Salary
Attorney ... Level Environmental Attorney	$99,448
Environme... Level Environmental Attorney	$132,011
Attorney ... Level Environmental Attorney	$186,426
Attorney ... Level Environmental Attorney	$212,256
Attorney ... Level Environmental Attorney	$251,864

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How Do Environmental Attorney 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 Attorneys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $141,082.
California: $140,546.
Massachusetts: $138,673.

District of Columbia $141,082 California $140,546 Massachusetts $138,673 Washington $138,164 New Jersey $138,113 Alaska $137,934 Connecticut $136,176 New York $135,462

Hawaii $133,181 Rhode Island $132,111 Maryland $131,385 Minnesota $130,391 Colorado $130,009 Illinois $129,881 Oregon $129,397 Delaware $129,040

New Hampshire $128,816 Virginia $128,314 Pennsylvania $126,849 Nevada $126,110 North Dakota $125,867 Michigan $125,485 Wisconsin $125,345 Vermont $125,065

Texas $124,287 Maine $124,236 Arizona $124,160 Ohio $124,071 Georgia $122,899 Indiana $122,312 Wyoming $122,198 Utah $122,019

Iowa $121,943 Kansas $121,331 Louisiana $121,153 North Carolina $121,089 Missouri $121,064 Florida $120,567 Montana $120,299 Nebraska $120,044

Kentucky $119,904 South Carolina $119,394 Tennessee $119,076 Idaho $118,948 New Mexico $118,018 Oklahoma $117,814 Alabama $117,063 South Dakota $115,801

Arkansas $115,113 West Virginia $114,744 Mississippi $113,635

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Attorneys

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:

Lincoln: $128,459
Little Creek: $129,400
Magnolia: $129,214

Lincoln, DE $128,459 Little Creek, DE $129,400 Magnolia, DE $129,214 Milford, DE $128,785 Marydel, DE $128,997 Millsboro, DE $127,920 Millville, DE $128,118 Milton, DE $128,339

Nassau, DE $128,432 Ocean View, DE $128,096 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,342 Seaford, DE $128,415 Selbyville, DE $127,883 Smyrna, DE $129,489 Viola, DE $128,892 Woodside, DE $129,239

Bear, DE $128,941 Newark, DE $128,892 Claymont, DE $129,156 Delaware City, DE $129,021 Hockessin, DE $128,881 Kirkwood, DE $128,997 Middletown, DE $129,047 Montchanin, DE $128,910

New Castle, DE $128,929 Odessa, DE $129,110 Port Penn, DE $129,197 Rockland, DE $128,923 Saint Georges, DE $129,006 Townsend, DE $129,205 Winterthur, DE $128,938 Lewes, DE $128,389

Wilmington, DE $128,887 Dover, DE $129,400 Dover Afb, DE $128,718 Bethany Beach, DE $127,961 Bethel, DE $128,094 Bridgeville, DE $128,396 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,035 Cheswold, DE $129,358

Clayton, DE $129,361 Dagsboro, DE $127,872 Delmar, DE $127,667 Ellendale, DE $128,054 Felton, DE $128,775 Fenwick Island, DE $127,900 Frankford, DE $127,677 Frederica, DE $128,903

Georgetown, DE $127,823 Greenwood, DE $128,416 Harbeson, DE $127,960 Harrington, DE $128,612 Hartly, DE $129,012 Houston, DE $128,429 Kenton, DE $129,368 Laurel, DE $127,747

Yorklyn, DE $128,919

Environmental Attorney Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Attorney'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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$114,778

Average $129,040/year

$144,891

$9,565

Average $10,753/month

$12,074

$2,207

Average $2,482/week

$2,786

$55

Average $62/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,891	$12,074	$2,786	$70
Average	$129,040	$10,753	$2,482	$62
25th Percentile	$114,778	$9,565	$2,207	$55

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