Environmental Test Technician Salary in the United States

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Test Technician in the United States is $68,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,328
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,797 to $75,381
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,466
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Environmental Test Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $75,381 $6,282 $1,450 $36
Average $68,848 $5,737 $1,324 $33
25th Percentile $60,797 $5,066 $1,169 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Test Technician Salaries

An Environmental Test 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 Do Environmental Test Technician 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 Test Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $76,228.
  • California: $75,939.
  • Massachusetts: $74,927.

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Test 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: $86,838
  • San Francisco: $85,984
  • Oakland: $84,077

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 3.6% 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.
  • Test Automation (Mentioned in 3.6% Job Postings): Leveraging automation tools to maintain test data, execute tests, and analyze test results to improve software quality.
  • Technical Support (Mentioned in 2.82% Job Postings): Offering hands-on assistance and solutions to end-users in addressing and troubleshooting technical issues.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 3.6%
Test Automation 3.6%
Technical Support 2.82%
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 Test Technician's salary.
  • Employment Authorization: Can increase your salary by up to 54%.
  • Test Automation: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Continuous Integration: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employment Authorization
$106,026
54%
Test Automation
$83,994
22%
Continuous Integration
$80,552
17%
Software Testing
$80,552
17%
Agile
$79,864
16%
Testing Tools
$79,175
15%
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How Education impacts an Environmental Test Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental Test Technicians enter the field with a Associate'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 Test Technician with a Associate's Degree is between $68,511 and $73,498).

Environmental Test Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Environmental Test Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 23.1%
High School 23.1%
Associates 52.6%
Bachelors 23.1%
Masters 1.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Environmental Test Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Test 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Environmental Test Technician

Salaries for an Environmental Test Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,895 in 2023 to around $63,206 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Environmental Test Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Environmental Test Technician Over Time

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