Environmental Engineers Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,820 -3.2% vs national
Median hourly $48.47
10th percentile $85,070
90th percentile $141,470
Employed locally 60
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $85,070
    25th
    $91,640
    50th (median)
    $100,820
    75th
    $106,440
    90th
    $141,470

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,090
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $55,210
    Civil Engineers $98,010
    Mechanical Engineers $92,030
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $66,390
    Electrical Engineers $95,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Central Kentucky is $48.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.48 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Central Kentucky is 3.2% 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $85,070 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $91,640.