Environmental Engineers Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $123,580 +18.6% vs national
Median hourly $59.41
10th percentile $84,760
90th percentile $155,680
Employed locally 50
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $84,760
    25th
    $105,090
    50th (median)
    $123,580
    75th
    $141,670
    90th
    $155,680

    Top-paying metros for Environmental Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $142,000
    Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area $140,760
    Bend, OR $140,590
    Midland, TX $139,230
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $138,700
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $138,090

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $116,680
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $109,520
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $86,910
    Engineers, All Other $138,340
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $104,180
    Petroleum Engineers $174,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Alaska is $59.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.01 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Alaska is 18.6% above the national median of $104,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Environmental Engineers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $84,760 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $105,090.