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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Environmental Services Director?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Services Director roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Environmental Services Director's salary?

An Environmental Services Director's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor (10+ years)earns $103,858, an Environmental Health & Safety Manager (10+ years)earns $133,531, an Environmental Health & Safety Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $152,900, an Environmental Services Director (10+ years)earns $169,743, a VP of Environmental Health & Safety (10+ years)earns $237,971,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Services Director?

Environmental Services Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Services Director roles are District of Columbia $168,693, California $168,053, Massachusetts $165,813. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Services Director roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Services Director level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director Of Environmental Services: $214,396; Director Of Environmental Services: $173,015; Environmental Services Manager: $125,344; Environmental Services Specialist: $101,426; Environmental Services Supervisor: $100,368.

Environmental Services Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Environmental Services Director make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Services Director in District of Columbia is $168,693 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $81.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,348
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,570 to $178,981
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $139,801

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Environmental Services Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,981	$14,915	$3,442	$86
Average	$168,693	$14,058	$3,244	$81
25th Percentile	$153,570	$12,797	$2,953	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Services Director Salaries

An Environmental Services Director'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 Services Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Services Director'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): $103,858
Early Career (1-2 years): $133,531
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,900
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,743
Expert (over 8 years): $237,971

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Services Director	$103,858
Environme... Level Environmental Services Director	$133,531
Environme... Level Environmental Services Director	$152,900
Environme... Level Environmental Services Director	$169,743
VP of Env... Level Environmental Services Director	$237,971

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How Do Environmental Services Director 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 Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $168,693.
California: $168,053.
Massachusetts: $165,813.

District of Columbia $168,693 California $168,053 Massachusetts $165,813 Washington $165,204 New Jersey $165,143 Alaska $164,930 Connecticut $162,827 New York $161,974

Hawaii $159,247 Rhode Island $157,967 Maryland $157,098 Minnesota $155,910 Colorado $155,453 Illinois $155,301 Oregon $154,722 Delaware $154,295

New Hampshire $154,027 Virginia $153,427 Pennsylvania $151,674 Nevada $150,791 North Dakota $150,501 Michigan $150,044 Wisconsin $149,877 Vermont $149,541

Texas $148,612 Maine $148,551 Arizona $148,460 Ohio $148,353 Georgia $146,951 Indiana $146,250 Wyoming $146,113 Utah $145,900

Iowa $145,809 Kansas $145,077 Louisiana $144,864 North Carolina $144,788 Missouri $144,757 Florida $144,163 Montana $143,843 Nebraska $143,538

Kentucky $143,371 South Carolina $142,761 Tennessee $142,380 Idaho $142,228 New Mexico $141,116 Oklahoma $140,872 Alabama $139,973 South Dakota $138,465

Arkansas $137,642 West Virginia $137,200 Mississippi $135,875

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Services Directors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $167,777
Washington: $167,779
Naval Anacost Annex: $167,771

Parcel Return Service, DC $167,777 Washington, DC $167,779 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $167,771 Washington Navy Yard, DC $167,777

Environmental Services Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Services Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Services Director positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Services Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Services Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$185,562	$89.0	10%
Business Services	$185,562	$89.0	10%
Construction	$185,562	$89.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$185,562	$89.0	10%
Healthcare	$185,562	$89.0	10%

Environmental Services Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Services Director'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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$153,570

Average $168,693/year

$178,981

$12,797

Average $14,058/month

$14,915

$2,953

Average $3,244/week

$3,442

$74

Average $81/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,981	$14,915	$3,442	$86
Average	$168,693	$14,058	$3,244	$81
25th Percentile	$153,570	$12,797	$2,953	$74

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