Environmental Service Technician Salary in the United States

What is the salary range of an Environmental Service Technician?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for an Environmental Service Technician in the United States is $36,596 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,487
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,180 to $39,156
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,069
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Environmental Service Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $39,156 $3,263 $753 $19
Average $36,596 $3,050 $704 $18
25th Percentile $33,180 $2,765 $638 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Service Technician Salaries

An Environmental Service 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Environmental Service Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Service 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): $35,764
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $36,409
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,209
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,319
  • Expert (over 8 years): $37,500
Levels Salary
Entry Level Environmental Service Technician $35,764
Intermediate Level Environmental Service Technician $36,409
Senior Level Environmental Service Technician $37,209
Specialist Level Environmental Service Technician $37,319
Expert Level Environmental Service Technician $37,500
$35,764 0 yr
$36,409 < 2 yrs
$37,209 2-4 yrs
$37,319 5-8 yrs
$37,500 > 8 yrs
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How Do Environmental Service 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 Service Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $40,366.
  • Massachusetts: $39,828.
  • New Jersey: $39,667

How Education impacts an Environmental Service Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental Service Technicians enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Service Technician with a No Diploma is between $32,674 and $34,627.

Environmental Service Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Environmental Service Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.6%
High School 76.8%
Associates 10.6%
Bachelors 7.0%
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Environmental Service Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Service 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 November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Environmental Service Technicians

Salaries for an Environmental Service Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $36,052 in 2023 to around $34,720 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Environmental Service Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Environmental Service Technician Over Time

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2023
$36,052
2024
$35,334
2025
$34,720
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Environmental Service Technician bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.9%
Bonuses -1.2%
Social Security 5.0%
401k/403b 2.8%
Disability 1.3%
Healthcare 14.7%
Pension 3.5%
Time Off 8.1%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $36,596 65.9%
Bonus $-694 -1.2%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $2,783 5.0%
401K/403B $1,528 2.8%
Disability $728 1.3%
Healthcare $8,150 14.7%
Pension $1,964 3.5%
Time Off $4,477 8.1%
Total Compensation $55,533 100%
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