Environmental Engineers Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $92,350 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $44.40
10th percentile $58,510
90th percentile $124,100
Employed locally 40
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,510
    25th
    $71,770
    50th (median)
    $92,350
    75th
    $108,630
    90th
    $124,100

    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 Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $99,240
    Mechanical Engineers $101,680
    Civil Engineers $89,640
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,170
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $51,900
    Electrical Engineers $93,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Capital/Northern New York is $44.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.86 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Capital/Northern New York is 11.3% below 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,510 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,770.