The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) reports that median annual earnings of environmental engineers were $87,620 in May 2018. Salaries ranged from less than $53,180 for the lowest paid 10 percent to more than $137,090 for the highest paid 10 percent. The DOL reports the following mean annual earnings by employer:

federal government: $103,240
architectural, engineering, and related services: $94,960
management, scientific, and technical consulting services: $91,150
local government: $88,620
state government: $82,780.

Fringe benefits vary widely depending on the employer. State EPA jobs may include, for example, two weeks of vacation, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, use of company vehicles for work, and similar perks. In-house or consulting positions may include additional benefits to lure top candidates.

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