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

An Environmental Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $76,886, an Environmental Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $89,841, an Environmental Engineering (4-7 years)earns $105,979, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,605, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $158,262,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Engineering?

Environmental Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Engineering roles are District of Columbia $115,222, California $114,785, Massachusetts $113,255. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Engineering level roles vary by specialization: VP of Environmental Engineering: $242,114; Environmental Engineering Director: $192,375; Environmental Engineering Manager: $122,418; Civil And Environmental Engineering: $111,175; Professor - Environmental Engineering: $108,216.

Environmental Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Engineering make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering in Delaware is $105,388 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,571
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,866 to $115,952
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,107

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Environmental Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,952	$9,663	$2,230	$56
Average	$105,388	$8,782	$2,027	$51
25th Percentile	$96,866	$8,072	$1,863	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Salaries

An Environmental Engineering'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 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering'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): $76,886
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,841
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,979
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,605
Expert (over 8 years): $158,262

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering	$76,886
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering	$89,841
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering	$105,979
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering	$129,605
Environme... Level Environmental Engineering	$158,262

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

District of Columbia: $115,222.
California: $114,785.
Massachusetts: $113,255.

District of Columbia $115,222 California $114,785 Massachusetts $113,255 Washington $112,839 New Jersey $112,797 Alaska $112,651 Connecticut $111,215 New York $110,633

Hawaii $108,770 Rhode Island $107,896 Maryland $107,302 Minnesota $106,491 Colorado $106,179 Illinois $106,074 Oregon $105,679 Delaware $105,388

New Hampshire $105,204 Virginia $104,794 Pennsylvania $103,598 Nevada $102,994 North Dakota $102,796 Michigan $102,484 Wisconsin $102,370 Vermont $102,141

Texas $101,506 Maine $101,464 Arizona $101,402 Ohio $101,329 Georgia $100,372 Indiana $99,893 Wyoming $99,799 Utah $99,654

Iowa $99,591 Kansas $99,092 Louisiana $98,946 North Carolina $98,894 Missouri $98,873 Florida $98,467 Montana $98,249 Nebraska $98,041

Kentucky $97,926 South Carolina $97,510 Tennessee $97,250 Idaho $97,146 New Mexico $96,386 Oklahoma $96,219 Alabama $95,605 South Dakota $94,575

Arkansas $94,013 West Virginia $93,711 Mississippi $92,806

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineerings

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:

Lincoln: $104,913
Little Creek: $105,681
Magnolia: $105,529

Lincoln, DE $104,913 Little Creek, DE $105,681 Magnolia, DE $105,529 Milford, DE $105,180 Marydel, DE $105,352 Millsboro, DE $104,473 Millville, DE $104,634 Milton, DE $104,815

Nassau, DE $104,891 Ocean View, DE $104,617 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,817 Seaford, DE $104,877 Selbyville, DE $104,443 Smyrna, DE $105,754 Viola, DE $105,267 Woodside, DE $105,550

Bear, DE $105,306 Newark, DE $105,267 Claymont, DE $105,482 Delaware City, DE $105,372 Hockessin, DE $105,258 Kirkwood, DE $105,352 Middletown, DE $105,393 Montchanin, DE $105,281

New Castle, DE $105,297 Odessa, DE $105,445 Port Penn, DE $105,516 Rockland, DE $105,292 Saint Georges, DE $105,360 Townsend, DE $105,522 Winterthur, DE $105,304 Lewes, DE $104,856

Wilmington, DE $105,263 Dover, DE $105,681 Dover Afb, DE $105,124 Bethany Beach, DE $104,506 Bethel, DE $104,614 Bridgeville, DE $104,861 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,383 Cheswold, DE $105,647

Clayton, DE $105,650 Dagsboro, DE $104,433 Delmar, DE $104,266 Ellendale, DE $104,582 Felton, DE $105,171 Fenwick Island, DE $104,456 Frankford, DE $104,274 Frederica, DE $105,275

Georgetown, DE $104,394 Greenwood, DE $104,878 Harbeson, DE $104,505 Harrington, DE $105,038 Hartly, DE $105,365 Houston, DE $104,888 Kenton, DE $105,655 Laurel, DE $104,331

Yorklyn, DE $105,289

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

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering'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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$96,866

Average $105,388/year

$115,952

$8,072

Average $8,782/month

$9,663

$1,863

Average $2,027/week

$2,230

$47

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,952	$9,663	$2,230	$56
Average	$105,388	$8,782	$2,027	$51
25th Percentile	$96,866	$8,072	$1,863	$47

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