Environmental scientist salary in United States

The average salary for an Environmental Scientist is $74,645 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 1.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 13, 2026.

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Environmental Scientist salaries typically range between a low of $49,589 and a high of $112,361 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Environmental Scientist include New York, NY at $83,684 per year, Carson City, NV at $82,156 per year, and Gardnerville, NV at $81,752 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Environmental Scientist include Airswift ($201,760 per year) and MERCOR ($166,400 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Environmental Scientist salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Environmental Scientist: Average $52,346 per year
• Senior Environmental Scientist: Average $103,288 per year