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 $78,270, an Environmental Scientist (2-4 years)earns $91,456, an Environmental Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $107,891, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $131,944, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,105,

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 Hawaii

How much does an Environmental Scientist make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Scientist in Hawaii is $91,978 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,534
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,609 to $99,074
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,990

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Environmental Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,074	$8,256	$1,905	$48
Average	$91,978	$7,665	$1,769	$44
25th Percentile	$83,609	$6,967	$1,608	$40

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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): $78,270
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,456
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,891
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,944
Expert (over 8 years): $161,105

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$78,270
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$91,456
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$107,891
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$131,944
Environme... Level Environmental Scientist	$161,105

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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:

Aiea: $91,480
Anahola: $90,281
Captain Cook: $90,190

Aiea, HI $91,480 Anahola, HI $90,281 Captain Cook, HI $90,190 Eleele, HI $90,464 Ewa Beach, HI $91,399 Kapolei, HI $91,326 Haiku, HI $90,347 Hakalau, HI $90,145

Haleiwa, HI $91,150 Hana, HI $90,132 Hanalei, HI $90,163 Hanamaulu, HI $90,346 Hanapepe, HI $90,459 Hauula, HI $91,289 Hawaii National Park, HI $90,250 Hawi, HI $90,399

Hilo, HI $90,337 Princeville, HI $90,327 Holualoa, HI $90,226 Honaunau, HI $90,070 Honokaa, HI $90,186 Honomu, HI $90,328 Hoolehua, HI $90,070 Kaaawa, HI $91,319

Kahuku, HI $91,124 Kahului, HI $90,556 Kailua, HI $91,451 Ocean View, HI $90,301 Waikoloa, HI $90,292 Keauhou, HI $90,226 Kailua Kona, HI $90,335 Kalaheo, HI $90,355

Kalaupapa, HI $89,988 Kamuela, HI $90,232 Kaneohe, HI $91,432 Kapaa, HI $90,454 Kaumakani, HI $90,502 Kaunakakai, HI $90,178 Keaau, HI $90,399 Kealakekua, HI $90,351

Kealia, HI $90,382 Kekaha, HI $90,290 Kihei, HI $90,464 Kilauea, HI $90,329 Kapaau, HI $90,260 Koloa, HI $90,369 Kualapuu, HI $90,151 Kunia, HI $91,297

Kurtistown, HI $90,353 Lahaina, HI $90,370 Laie, HI $91,204 Lanai City, HI $90,151 Laupahoehoe, HI $90,378 Lawai, HI $90,502 Lihue, HI $90,346 Makawao, HI $90,417

Makaweli, HI $90,146 Maunaloa, HI $89,934 Mountain View, HI $90,305 Naalehu, HI $90,123 Ninole, HI $90,062 Ookala, HI $90,091 Paauilo, HI $90,201 Pahala, HI $90,148

Pahoa, HI $90,267 Paia, HI $90,375 Papaaloa, HI $90,391 Papaikou, HI $90,203 Pearl City, HI $91,414 Pepeekeo, HI $90,378 Puunene, HI $90,556 Volcano, HI $90,250

Wahiawa, HI $91,257 Pukalani, HI $90,417 Mililani, HI $91,367 Kula, HI $90,230 Waialua, HI $91,101 Waianae, HI $91,185 Wailuku, HI $90,415 Waimanalo, HI $91,433

Waimea, HI $90,494 Waipahu, HI $91,374 Honolulu, HI $91,512 J B P H H, HI $91,496 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $91,307 Schofield Barracks, HI $91,280 Fort Shafter, HI $91,512 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $91,512

Camp H M Smith, HI $91,491 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $91,403 Wake Island, HI $91,512

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	$119,572	$57.0	30%
Construction	$114,973	$55.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$110,374	$53.0	20%
Media	$108,534	$52.0	18%
Insurance	$105,775	$51.0	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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$83,609

Average $91,978/year

$99,074

$6,967

Average $7,665/month

$8,256

$1,608

Average $1,769/week

$1,905

$40

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,074	$8,256	$1,905	$48
Average	$91,978	$7,665	$1,769	$44
25th Percentile	$83,609	$6,967	$1,608	$40

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