Environmental Sampling Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental Sampling Technician make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Sampling Technician in the United States is $61,116 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,032
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,755 to $70,494
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,874
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Environmental Sampling Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,494 $5,874 $1,356 $34
Average $61,116 $5,093 $1,175 $29
25th Percentile $55,755 $4,646 $1,072 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Sampling Technician Salaries

An Environmental Sampling 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 Sampling Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Sampling 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): $52,590
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $61,488
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,523
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,182
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,723
Levels Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Sampling Technician$52,590
Environme... Level Environmental Sampling Technician$61,488
Environme... Level Environmental Sampling Technician$68,523
Environme... Level Environmental Sampling Technician$85,182
Environme... Level Environmental Sampling Technician$91,723
$52,590 0 yr
$61,488 < 2 yrs
$68,523 2-4 yrs
$85,182 5-8 yrs
$91,723 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Environmental Sampling 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:

  • San Jose: $77,085
  • San Francisco: $76,328
  • Oakland: $74,635

What Skills Can Increase an Environmental Sampling Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Consulting (Mentioned in 4.15% Job Postings): Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.
  • Environmental Protection (Mentioned in 3.78% Job Postings): Designing, developing, and implementing programs and conservation measures to protect environmental and public health.
  • Safety Procedures (Mentioned in 2.72% Job Postings): Establishing and implementing rules and procedures to prevent potential hazards and risks to ensure a safe and productive working environment.
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Consulting 4.15%
Environmental Protection 3.78%
Safety Procedures 2.72%
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 Sampling Technician's salary.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Service Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Mechanical Maintenance: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Prioritization
 $71,505
17%
Service Operations
 $67,839
11%
Mechanical Maintenance
 $65,394
7%
Risk Management
 $65,394
7%
Chemistry
 $64,783
6%
Leadership
 $64,783
6%
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How Education impacts an Environmental Sampling Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental Sampling Technicians 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 Sampling Technician with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,203 and $68,563).

Environmental Sampling Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Environmental Sampling Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 7.1%
Bachelors 47.6%
Masters 26.2%
Doctorate 2.4%
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Environmental Sampling Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Sampling 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.

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$55,755
Average $61,116/year
$70,494
$4,646
Average $5,093/month
$5,874
$1,072
Average $1,175/week
$1,356
$27
Average $29/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,494 $5,874 $1,356 $34
Average $61,116 $5,093 $1,175 $29
25th Percentile $55,755 $4,646 $1,072 $27

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Salary Trends for Environmental Sampling Technician

Salaries for an Environmental Sampling Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $59,573 in 2023 to around $58,969 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Environmental Sampling Technician salary trends, .

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