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

An Environmental Engineering Technician's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineering Technician (0-1 years)earns $58,345, an Environmental Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $68,222, an Environmental Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $76,028, an Environmental Engineering Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $94,506, an Environmental Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $101,758,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Engineering Technician?

Environmental Engineering Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineering Technician roles are District of Columbia $59,711, California $59,485, Massachusetts $58,692. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Professor - Environmental Engineering: $108,216; Environmental Engineering: $104,066; Environmental Engineering Technician Specialist: $83,590; Environmental Engineering Technician IV: $83,559; Senior Environmental Engineering Technician: $67,230.

Environmental Engineering Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Environmental Engineering Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Technician in District of Columbia is $59,711 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,238
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,310 to $66,268
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,302

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Environmental Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,268	$5,522	$1,274	$32
Average	$59,711	$4,976	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$55,310	$4,609	$1,064	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Technician Salaries

An Environmental Engineering Technician'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 Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering Technician'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): $58,345
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,222
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,028
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,506
Expert (over 8 years): $101,758

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician	$58,345
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician	$68,222
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician	$76,028
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician	$94,506
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician	$101,758

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How Do Environmental Engineering Technician 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 Engineering Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,711.
California: $59,485.
Massachusetts: $58,692.

District of Columbia $59,711 California $59,485 Massachusetts $58,692 Washington $58,476 New Jersey $58,455 Alaska $58,379 Connecticut $57,635 New York $57,333

Hawaii $56,368 Rhode Island $55,915 Maryland $55,607 Minnesota $55,186 Colorado $55,025 Illinois $54,971 Oregon $54,766 Delaware $54,615

New Hampshire $54,520 Virginia $54,307 Pennsylvania $53,687 Nevada $53,374 North Dakota $53,272 Michigan $53,110 Wisconsin $53,051 Vermont $52,932

Texas $52,603 Maine $52,582 Arizona $52,549 Ohio $52,512 Georgia $52,015 Indiana $51,767 Wyoming $51,719 Utah $51,643

Iowa $51,611 Kansas $51,352 Louisiana $51,277 North Carolina $51,250 Missouri $51,239 Florida $51,028 Montana $50,915 Nebraska $50,807

Kentucky $50,748 South Carolina $50,532 Tennessee $50,397 Idaho $50,344 New Mexico $49,950 Oklahoma $49,864 Alabama $49,545 South Dakota $49,011

Arkansas $48,720 West Virginia $48,564 Mississippi $48,095

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineering Technicians

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:

Parcel Return Service: $59,387
Washington: $59,388
Naval Anacost Annex: $59,385

Parcel Return Service, DC $59,387 Washington, DC $59,388 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $59,385 Washington Navy Yard, DC $59,387

Environmental Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering Technician'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 May 01, 2026

$55,310

Average $59,711/year

$66,268

$4,609

Average $4,976/month

$5,522

$1,064

Average $1,148/week

$1,274

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,268	$5,522	$1,274	$32
Average	$59,711	$4,976	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$55,310	$4,609	$1,064	$27

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