Senior EHS Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Senior EHS Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior EHS Engineer in the United States is $100,871 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, a Senior EHS Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,274
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,036 to $109,457
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,351
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Senior EHS Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $109,457 $9,121 $2,105 $53
Average $100,871 $8,406 $1,940 $48
25th Percentile $88,036 $7,336 $1,693 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Senior EHS Engineer Salaries

A Senior EHS Engineer'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 Senior EHS Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior EHS Engineer'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): $97,306
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $97,840
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,088
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,514
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,691
Levels Salary
Entry Level Senior EHS Engineer$97,306
Intermediate Level Senior EHS Engineer$97,840
Senior Level Senior EHS Engineer$99,088
Specialist Level Senior EHS Engineer$100,514
Expert Level Senior EHS Engineer$102,691
$97,306 0 yr
$97,840 < 2 yrs
$99,088 2-4 yrs
$100,514 5-8 yrs
$102,691 > 8 yrs
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How Do Senior EHS Engineer 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 Senior EHS Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $111,684.
  • California: $111,261.
  • Massachusetts: $109,778.

Top Paying Cities for Senior EHS Engineers

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: $127,229
  • San Francisco: $125,978
  • Oakland: $123,184

What Skills Can Increase a Senior EHS Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.07% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Internal Control (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): Internal control, as defined by accounting and auditing, is a process for assuring of an organization's objectives in operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with laws, regulations and policies.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 0.95% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 4.07%
Internal Control 1.89%
Business Administration 0.95%
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 a Senior EHS Engineer's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
$108,941
8%
Coaching
$107,932
7%
Project Management
$106,923
6%
Initiative
$106,923
6%
Collaboration
$105,915
5%
Procurement
$105,915
5%
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How Education impacts a Senior EHS Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Senior EHS Engineers 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 a Senior EHS Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $99,813 and $107,532).

Senior EHS Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Senior EHS Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 32.1%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 39.0%
Masters 9.3%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Senior EHS Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior EHS Engineer'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Senior EHS Engineer

Salaries for a Senior EHS Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $108,779 in 2023 to around $105,573 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Senior EHS Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Senior EHS Engineer Over Time

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2024
$107,331
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2024 $107,331
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