Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 12,190 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,910 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,200 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $59,920 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $75,960 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $96,660 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$48K
Median
$60K
75th
$76K
90th
$97K
Highest Paying States for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $93,770 |
| Oregon | $85,070 |
| Nevada | $80,050 |
| Alaska | $79,670 |
| Tennessee | $77,100 |
| Maryland | $75,050 |
| California | $70,580 |
| Arizona | $69,940 |
| Idaho | $69,630 |
| South Carolina | $68,750 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $93,770 per year, while South Carolina has an average of $68,750 — a difference of $25,020. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,190 workers were employed as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $64,870 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3025