Water Hygiene Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Water Hygiene Engineer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Water Hygiene Engineer in the United States is $39,091 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,384
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,537 to $41,862
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,301
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Water Hygiene Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,862 $3,488 $805 $20
Average $39,091 $3,258 $752 $19
25th Percentile $35,537 $2,961 $683 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Water Hygiene Engineer Salaries

A Water Hygiene 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 Do Water Hygiene 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 Water Hygiene Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,282.
  • California: $43,117.
  • Massachusetts: $42,543.

Top Paying Cities for Water Hygiene 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: $49,305
  • San Francisco: $48,766
  • Oakland: $47,738

What Skills Can Increase a Water Hygiene Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.12% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 2.43% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Office Management (Mentioned in 1.53% Job Postings): Office management is a profession involving the design, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of the process of work within an office or other organization, in order to sustain and improve efficiency and productivity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.12%
Accounting 2.43%
Office Management 1.53%
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 Water Hygiene Engineer's salary.
  • Brand Awareness: Can increase your salary by up to 36%.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Brand Awareness
$53,164
36%
Patient Care
$49,255
26%
Analysis
$45,736
17%
Commitment
$43,391
11%
Coordination
$42,218
8%
Initiative
$41,827
7%
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Water Hygiene Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Water Hygiene Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 39% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Water Hygiene Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Water Hygiene Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Water Hygiene Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$46,909$23.020%
Energy & Utilities$43,782$21.012%
Software & Networking$43,782$21.012%
Internet$43,000$21.010%
Pharmaceuticals$43,000$21.010%

How Education impacts a Water Hygiene Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Water Hygiene Engineers enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Water Hygiene Engineer with a No Diploma is between $36,244 and $38,263).

Water Hygiene Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Water Hygiene Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.3%
High School 47.2%
Associates 13.4%
Bachelors 29.9%
Masters 3.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Water Hygiene Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Water Hygiene 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Water Hygiene Engineer

Salaries for a Water Hygiene Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $36,649 in 2023 to around $36,681 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Water Hygiene Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Water Hygiene Engineer Over Time

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FAQ about Water Hygiene Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Water Hygiene Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Water Hygiene Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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