Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Experienced Environmental Field Specialist in the United States is $124,448 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,827
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,294 to $133,545
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,870
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Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $133,545 $11,129 $2,568 $64
Average $124,448 $10,371 $2,393 $60
25th Percentile $116,294 $9,691 $2,236 $56
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Key Factors That Influence Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salaries

An Experienced Environmental Field 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 Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Experienced Environmental Field 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): $85,794
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,214
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,780
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,130
  • Expert (over 8 years): $212,901
Levels Salary
Environme... Level Experienced Environmental Field Specialist$85,794
Environme... Level Experienced Environmental Field Specialist$101,214
Experienc... Level Experienced Environmental Field Specialist$123,780
Environme... Level Experienced Environmental Field Specialist$151,130
Environme... Level Experienced Environmental Field Specialist$212,901
$85,794 0 yr
$101,214 < 2 yrs
$123,780 2-4 yrs
$151,130 5-8 yrs
$212,901 > 8 yrs
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How Do Experienced Environmental Field 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 Experienced Environmental Field Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $137,789.
  • California: $137,266.
  • Massachusetts: $135,437.

Top Paying Cities for Experienced Environmental Field 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: $156,966
  • San Francisco: $155,248
  • Oakland: $151,976

What Skills Can Increase an Experienced Environmental Field Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 19.31% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Engineering Services (Mentioned in 0.11% Job Postings): Engineering services" means any service or creative work, the adequate performance of which requires engineering education, training and experience in the application of special knowledge of the mathematical, physical and engineering sciences
  • Chemical Engineering (Mentioned in 0.08% Job Postings): Chemical engineering is a branch of engineering that uses principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, and economics to efficiently use, produce, design, transport and transform energy and materials. The work of chemical engineers can range from the utilisation of nano-technology and nano-materials in the laboratory to large-scale industrial processes that convert chemicals, raw materials, living cells, microorganisms, and energy into useful forms and products. Chemical engineers are involved in many aspects of plant design and operation, including safety and hazard assessments, process design and analysis, modeling, control engineering, chemical reaction engineering, nuclear engineering, biological engineering, construction specification, and operating instructions. Chemical engineers typically hold a degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering. Practising engineers may have professional certification and be accredited members of a professional body. Such bodies include the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) or the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). A degree in chemical engineering is directly linked with all of the other engineering disciplines, to various extents.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 19.31%
Engineering Services 0.11%
Chemical Engineering 0.08%
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 Experienced Environmental Field Specialist's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Quality Control: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$161,782
30%
Quality Control
$140,626
13%
Regulatory Compliance
$138,137
11%
Commitment
$138,137
11%
Leadership
$136,893
10%
Consultancy
$136,893
10%
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Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Experienced Environmental Field Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Experienced Environmental Field Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Experienced Environmental Field Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Experienced Environmental Field Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$161,782$78.030%
Aerospace & Defense$149,338$72.020%
Energy & Utilities$146,849$71.018%
Insurance$139,382$67.012%
Media$133,159$64.07%

How Education impacts an Experienced Environmental Field Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Experienced Environmental Field 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 Experienced Environmental Field Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $127,700 and $135,935).

Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Experienced Environmental Field Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 1.1%
Associates 1.1%
Bachelors 39.6%
Masters 44.0%
Doctorate 14.3%
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Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Experienced Environmental Field 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Experienced Environmental Field Specialist

Salaries for an Experienced Environmental Field Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $118,790 in 2023 to around $114,910 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Experienced Environmental Field Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Experienced Environmental Field Specialist Over Time

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FAQ about Experienced Environmental Field Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Experienced Environmental Field Specialist?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Experienced Environmental Field Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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