As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Environmental Scientist in Burbank, CA is $132,095, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,540 weekly, or $11,008 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Environmental Scientist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Environmental Scientist in Burbank, CA vary widely, spanning from $119,618 to $164,231. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,564) and 75th percentile ($148,916), while top earners (90th percentile) make $164,231 per year. This $23,352 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Data Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Burbank Entry Level Environmental Scientist often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Burbank currently ranks 80 statewide for Entry Level Environmental Scientist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $119,618 Burbank, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $125,564 Burbank, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $132,095 Burbank, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $148,916 Burbank, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $164,231 Burbank, CA April 01, 2026
25% $125,564 10% $119,618 90% $164,231 75% $148,916 $132,095 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Entry Level Environmental Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    2 - 4 years experience
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