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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Environmental Consultant in California is $90,383 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.
However, a Senior Environmental Consultant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Senior Environmental Consultant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $101,132 | $8,428 | $1,945 | $49 |
| Average | $90,383 | $7,532 | $1,738 | $43 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,079 | $6,757 | $1,559 | $39 |
EKI Environment & Water Inc - Irvine, CA
Terraphase Engineering Inc - Los Angeles, CA
KPA - Napa, CA
KPA - Berkeley, CA
A Senior Environmental Consultant'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.
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 Environmental Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Senior Environmental Consultant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 28% above the average. In contrast, Senior Environmental Consultant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Environmental Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $115,690 | $56.0 | 28% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $101,229 | $49.0 | 12% |
| Energy & Utilities | $99,421 | $48.0 | 10% |
| Software & Networking | $99,421 | $48.0 | 10% |
| Internet | $98,517 | $47.0 | 9% |
Understanding how a Senior Environmental Consultant'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $101,132 | $8,428 | $1,945 | $49 |
| Average | $90,383 | $7,532 | $1,738 | $43 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,079 | $6,757 | $1,559 | $39 |
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