Environmental Engineering Technician Salary in Massachusetts

How much does an Environmental Engineering Technician make in Massachusetts?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Technician in Massachusetts is $58,703 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,025
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,375 to $65,153
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,434
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View as table View as graph 25% $54,375 10% $50,434 90% $71,025 75% $65,153 $58,703 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Environmental Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $65,153 $5,429 $1,253 $31
Average $58,703 $4,892 $1,129 $28
25th Percentile $54,375 $4,531 $1,046 $26
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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): $57,359
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,084
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,764
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,911
  • Expert (over 8 years): $100,027
Levels Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician$57,359
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician$67,084
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician$74,764
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician$92,911
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering Technician$100,027
$57,359 0 yr
$67,084 < 2 yrs
$74,764 2-4 yrs
$92,911 5-8 yrs
$100,027 > 8 yrs
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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:

  • Agawam: $55,643
  • Amherst: $56,050
  • Barre: $56,609

Environmental Engineering Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Engineering Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Engineering Technician positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Engineering Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Engineering Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$76,314$37.030%
Software & Networking$73,379$35.025%
Energy & Utilities$70,443$34.020%
Aerospace & Defense$61,638$30.05%
Chemicals$61,638$30.05%

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 August 01, 2026

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    Randolph, MA

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    Ipswich, MA

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