What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Scientist'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 Scientist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Scientist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Environmental Scientist's salary?

An Environmental Scientist's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $75,836, an Environmental Scientist (2-4 years)earns $88,613, an Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $104,536, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $127,841, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $156,095,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Scientist?

Environmental Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Scientist roles are District of Columbia $97,434, California $97,065, Massachusetts $95,771. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Environmental Data Scientist: $123,195; Senior Environmental Scientist: $109,247; Environmental Scientist I: $108,859; Assistant Environmental Scientist: $104,815; Associate Environmental Scientist: $104,413.

Environmental Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Scientist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Scientist in Delaware is $89,118 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,253
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,010 to $95,993
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,627

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Environmental Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,993	$7,999	$1,846	$46
Average	$89,118	$7,427	$1,714	$43
25th Percentile	$81,010	$6,751	$1,558	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Scientist Salaries

An Environmental Scientist'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 Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Scientist'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): $75,836
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,613
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,536
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,841
Expert (over 8 years): $156,095

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$75,836
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$88,613
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$104,536
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$127,841
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$156,095

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

District of Columbia: $97,434.
California: $97,065.
Massachusetts: $95,771.

District of Columbia $97,434 California $97,065 Massachusetts $95,771 Washington $95,419 New Jersey $95,384 Alaska $95,261 Connecticut $94,046 New York $93,553

Hawaii $91,978 Rhode Island $91,239 Maryland $90,737 Minnesota $90,051 Colorado $89,787 Illinois $89,699 Oregon $89,365 Delaware $89,118

New Hampshire $88,963 Virginia $88,617 Pennsylvania $87,604 Nevada $87,094 North Dakota $86,927 Michigan $86,663 Wisconsin $86,566 Vermont $86,372

Texas $85,836 Maine $85,800 Arizona $85,748 Ohio $85,686 Georgia $84,876 Indiana $84,472 Wyoming $84,392 Utah $84,269

Iowa $84,216 Kansas $83,794 Louisiana $83,671 North Carolina $83,627 Missouri $83,609 Florida $83,266 Montana $83,081 Nebraska $82,905

Kentucky $82,808 South Carolina $82,456 Tennessee $82,236 Idaho $82,148 New Mexico $81,506 Oklahoma $81,365 Alabama $80,846 South Dakota $79,975

Arkansas $79,500 West Virginia $79,244 Mississippi $78,479

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Scientists

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: $88,717
Little Creek: $89,366
Magnolia: $89,238

Lincoln, DE $88,717 Little Creek, DE $89,366 Magnolia, DE $89,238 Milford, DE $88,942 Marydel, DE $89,088 Millsboro, DE $88,345 Millville, DE $88,481 Milton, DE $88,634

Nassau, DE $88,698 Ocean View, DE $88,466 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,636 Seaford, DE $88,686 Selbyville, DE $88,319 Smyrna, DE $89,428 Viola, DE $89,016 Woodside, DE $89,255

Bear, DE $89,049 Newark, DE $89,016 Claymont, DE $89,198 Delaware City, DE $89,105 Hockessin, DE $89,008 Kirkwood, DE $89,088 Middletown, DE $89,123 Montchanin, DE $89,028

New Castle, DE $89,042 Odessa, DE $89,167 Port Penn, DE $89,226 Rockland, DE $89,037 Saint Georges, DE $89,094 Townsend, DE $89,232 Winterthur, DE $89,048 Lewes, DE $88,668

Wilmington, DE $89,013 Dover, DE $89,366 Dover Afb, DE $88,895 Bethany Beach, DE $88,373 Bethel, DE $88,464 Bridgeville, DE $88,673 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,115 Cheswold, DE $89,337

Clayton, DE $89,340 Dagsboro, DE $88,311 Delmar, DE $88,169 Ellendale, DE $88,437 Felton, DE $88,935 Fenwick Island, DE $88,331 Frankford, DE $88,177 Frederica, DE $89,023

Georgetown, DE $88,278 Greenwood, DE $88,687 Harbeson, DE $88,372 Harrington, DE $88,822 Hartly, DE $89,099 Houston, DE $88,696 Kenton, DE $89,344 Laurel, DE $88,225

Yorklyn, DE $89,035

Environmental Scientist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Scientist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Scientist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Scientist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Scientist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$115,854	$56.0	30%
Construction	$111,398	$54.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$106,942	$51.0	20%
Media	$105,159	$51.0	18%
Insurance	$102,486	$49.0	15%

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

Understanding how an Environmental Scientist'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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$81,010

Average $89,118/year

$95,993

$6,751

Average $7,427/month

$7,999

$1,558

Average $1,714/week

$1,846

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Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,993	$7,999	$1,846	$46
Average	$89,118	$7,427	$1,714	$43
25th Percentile	$81,010	$6,751	$1,558	$39

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