Environmental and Safety Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental and Safety Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental and Safety Manager in the United States is $123,264 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,960
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,894 to $133,050
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,542
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View as table View as graph 25% $111,894 10% $101,542 90% $141,960 75% $133,050 $123,264 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $133,050 $11,088 $2,559 $64
Average $123,264 $10,272 $2,370 $59
25th Percentile $111,894 $9,325 $2,152 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries

An Environmental and Safety Manager'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 Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental and Safety Manager'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): $89,111
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,353
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,225
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,736
  • Expert (over 8 years): $190,518
Levels Salary
Environme... Level Environmental and Safety Manager$89,111
Environme... Level Environmental and Safety Manager$104,353
Environme... Level Environmental and Safety Manager$121,225
Environme... Level Environmental and Safety Manager$166,736
Environme... Level Environmental and Safety Manager$190,518
$89,111 0 yr
$104,353 < 2 yrs
$121,225 2-4 yrs
$166,736 5-8 yrs
$190,518 > 8 yrs
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How Do Environmental and Safety Manager 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 and Safety Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $136,478.
  • California: $135,960.
  • Massachusetts: $134,148.

Top Paying Cities for Environmental and Safety Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $155,473
  • San Francisco: $153,771
  • Oakland: $150,530

What Skills Can Increase an Environmental and Safety Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.13% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Environmental Science (Mentioned in 3.01% Job Postings): Environmental science refers to a grouping of scientific disciplines that are all concerned with the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the surroundings in which organisms live.
  • Floor Care (Mentioned in 1.75% Job Postings): Floor cleaning is a major occupation throughout the world. The main job of most cleaners is to clean floors.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 5.13%
Environmental Science 3.01%
Floor Care 1.75%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Environmental and Safety Manager's salary.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Environmental Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Due Diligence
$136,823
11%
Environmental Consulting
$133,125
8%
Consulting
$133,125
8%
Oral Communication
$133,125
8%
Geology
$131,892
7%
Innovation
$130,660
6%
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Environmental and Safety Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental and Safety Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 210% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 150% above the average. In contrast, Environmental and Safety Manager positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental and Safety Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Environmental and Safety Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$308,160$148.0150%

How Education impacts an Environmental and Safety Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental and Safety Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Environmental and Safety Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $132,523 and $143,007).

Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Environmental and Safety Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.0%
High School 4.0%
Associates 2.9%
Bachelors 44.6%
Masters 43.2%
Doctorate 5.4%
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Environmental and Safety Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental and Safety Manager'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

Salary Trends for Environmental and Safety Manager

Salaries for an Environmental and Safety Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $109,937 in 2023 to around $109,143 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Environmental and Safety Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Environmental and Safety Manager Over Time

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2023
$109,937
2024
$110,191
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$109,143
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2024 $110,191
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