As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Wastewater Engineer in San Antonio, TX is $48,891, equivalent to $24 per hour, $940 weekly, or $4,074 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Wastewater Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Wastewater Engineer in San Antonio, TX vary widely, spanning from $40,253 to $57,654. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,369) and 75th percentile ($53,478), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,654 per year. This $9,109 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Environmental Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Antonio Wastewater Engineer often earn 4.5% lower than national averages. However, San Antonio currently ranks 643 statewide for Wastewater Engineer 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
Wastewater Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $40,253 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $44,369 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $48,891 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $53,478 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $57,654 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
25% $44,369 10% $40,253 90% $57,654 75% $53,478 $48,891 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Wastewater Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Waste Water Treatment Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
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