Environmental Services Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental Services Specialist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Services Specialist in the United States is $101,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,830
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,957 to $111,583
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,337
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Environmental Services Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $111,583 $9,299 $2,146 $54
Average $101,426 $8,452 $1,951 $49
25th Percentile $91,957 $7,663 $1,768 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Services Specialist Salaries

An Environmental Services Specialist'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 Services Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Services Specialist'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): $97,534
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $97,820
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,250
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,725
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,712
Levels Salary
Entry Level Environmental Services Specialist$97,534
Intermediate Level Environmental Services Specialist$97,820
Senior Level Environmental Services Specialist$99,250
Specialist Level Environmental Services Specialist$101,725
Expert Level Environmental Services Specialist$104,712
$97,534 0 yr
$97,820 < 2 yrs
$99,250 2-4 yrs
$101,725 5-8 yrs
$104,712 > 8 yrs
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How Do Environmental Services Specialist 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 Services Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $112,299.
  • California: $111,873.
  • Massachusetts: $110,382.

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Services Specialists

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: $127,929
  • San Francisco: $126,528
  • Oakland: $123,861

What Skills Can Increase an Environmental Services Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 4.52% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Healthcare Services (Mentioned in 3.43% Job Postings): The improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, amelioration or cure of disease, illness, injury and other physical and mental impairments in people. Health care is delivered by health professionals and allied health fields.
  • Environmental Science (Mentioned in 1.43% 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.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 4.52%
Healthcare Services 3.43%
Environmental Science 1.43%
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 Services Specialist's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Environmental Science: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
 $109,540
8%
Environmental Science
 $108,526
7%
Project Management
 $108,526
7%
Team Management
 $107,512
6%
Innovation
 $107,512
6%
Program Management
 $107,512
6%
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Environmental Services Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Services Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Energy & Utilities, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Environmental Services Specialist positions in MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Environmental Services Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Environmental Services Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$131,854$63.030%

How Education impacts an Environmental Services Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental Services Specialists 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 Services Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $106,160 and $112,030).

Environmental Services Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Environmental Services Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 13.9%
Associates 5.0%
Bachelors 53.3%
Masters 23.9%
Doctorate 3.3%
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Environmental Services Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Services Specialist'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.

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$91,957
Average $101,426/year
$111,583
$7,663
Average $8,452/month
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$1,768
Average $1,951/week
$2,146
$44
Average $49/hour
$54
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $111,583 $9,299 $2,146 $54
Average $101,426 $8,452 $1,951 $49
25th Percentile $91,957 $7,663 $1,768 $44

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Salary Trends for Environmental Services Specialist

Salaries for an Environmental Services Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $81,497 in 2023 to around $80,538 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Environmental Services Specialist salary trends, .

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