What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Policy Analyst'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 Policy Analyst?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental Policy Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Environmental Policy Analyst's salary?

An Environmental Policy Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Environmental Policy Analyst (2-4 years)earns $79,180, a Sustainability Analyst II (4-7 years)earns $103,927, a Sustainability Analyst III (7+ years)earns $119,639, a Sustainability Manager (7+ years)earns $126,670, a Sustainability Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $150,840,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Policy Analyst?

Environmental Policy Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Policy Analyst roles are District of Columbia $87,332, California $87,001, Massachusetts $85,841. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Policy Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Policy Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Economic Policy Analyst: $108,151; Energy Policy Analyst: $106,602; Regulatory Policy Analyst: $83,895; Credit Policy Analyst: $70,720; Research And Policy Analyst: $69,817.

Environmental Policy Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an Environmental Policy Analyst make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Policy Analyst in Delaware is $79,878 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,656 to $89,378
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,171

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Environmental Policy Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,378	$7,448	$1,719	$43
Average	$79,878	$6,657	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$71,656	$5,971	$1,378	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Policy Analyst Salaries

An Environmental Policy Analyst'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 Policy Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Policy Analyst'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): $79,180
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,927
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,639
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,670
Expert (over 8 years): $150,840

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Policy Analyst	$79,180
Sustainab... Level Environmental Policy Analyst	$103,927
Sustainab... Level Environmental Policy Analyst	$119,639
Sustainab... Level Environmental Policy Analyst	$126,670
Sustainab... Level Environmental Policy Analyst	$150,840

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How Do Environmental Policy Analyst 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 Policy Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,332.
California: $87,001.
Massachusetts: $85,841.

District of Columbia $87,332 California $87,001 Massachusetts $85,841 Washington $85,526 New Jersey $85,494 Alaska $85,384 Connecticut $84,295 New York $83,853

Hawaii $82,442 Rhode Island $81,779 Maryland $81,329 Minnesota $80,714 Colorado $80,477 Illinois $80,399 Oregon $80,099 Delaware $79,878

New Hampshire $79,739 Virginia $79,428 Pennsylvania $78,521 Nevada $78,064 North Dakota $77,914 Michigan $77,677 Wisconsin $77,591 Vermont $77,417

Texas $76,936 Maine $76,904 Arizona $76,857 Ohio $76,802 Georgia $76,076 Indiana $75,713 Wyoming $75,642 Utah $75,532

Iowa $75,485 Kansas $75,106 Louisiana $74,996 North Carolina $74,956 Missouri $74,940 Florida $74,633 Montana $74,467 Nebraska $74,309

Kentucky $74,223 South Carolina $73,907 Tennessee $73,710 Idaho $73,631 New Mexico $73,055 Oklahoma $72,929 Alabama $72,464 South Dakota $71,683

Arkansas $71,257 West Virginia $71,028 Mississippi $70,342

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Policy Analysts

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:

Lincoln: $79,518
Little Creek: $80,100
Magnolia: $79,985

Lincoln, DE $79,518 Little Creek, DE $80,100 Magnolia, DE $79,985 Milford, DE $79,720 Marydel, DE $79,851 Millsboro, DE $79,185 Millville, DE $79,307 Milton, DE $79,444

Nassau, DE $79,502 Ocean View, DE $79,294 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,446 Seaford, DE $79,491 Selbyville, DE $79,162 Smyrna, DE $80,156 Viola, DE $79,787 Woodside, DE $80,001

Bear, DE $79,817 Newark, DE $79,787 Claymont, DE $79,950 Delaware City, DE $79,866 Hockessin, DE $79,779 Kirkwood, DE $79,851 Middletown, DE $79,882 Montchanin, DE $79,798

New Castle, DE $79,809 Odessa, DE $79,921 Port Penn, DE $79,975 Rockland, DE $79,805 Saint Georges, DE $79,857 Townsend, DE $79,980 Winterthur, DE $79,815 Lewes, DE $79,475

Wilmington, DE $79,783 Dover, DE $80,100 Dover Afb, DE $79,678 Bethany Beach, DE $79,210 Bethel, DE $79,292 Bridgeville, DE $79,479 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,875 Cheswold, DE $80,074

Clayton, DE $80,077 Dagsboro, DE $79,155 Delmar, DE $79,028 Ellendale, DE $79,268 Felton, DE $79,714 Fenwick Island, DE $79,172 Frankford, DE $79,034 Frederica, DE $79,793

Georgetown, DE $79,125 Greenwood, DE $79,492 Harbeson, DE $79,209 Harrington, DE $79,613 Hartly, DE $79,861 Houston, DE $79,499 Kenton, DE $80,081 Laurel, DE $79,077

Yorklyn, DE $79,803

Environmental Policy Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental Policy Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Environmental Policy Analyst positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental Policy Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Environmental Policy Analyst

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$95,854	$46.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$95,854	$46.0	20%
Biotechnology	$91,860	$44.0	15%
Insurance	$91,860	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$87,866	$42.0	10%

Environmental Policy Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Policy Analyst'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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$71,656

Average $79,878/year

$89,378

$5,971

Average $6,657/month

$7,448

$1,378

Average $1,536/week

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$34

Average $38/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,378	$7,448	$1,719	$43
Average	$79,878	$6,657	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$71,656	$5,971	$1,378	$34

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