Environmental Engineers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $106,870 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $51.38
10th percentile $60,360
90th percentile $134,180
Employed locally 60
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,360
    25th
    $89,690
    50th (median)
    $106,870
    75th
    $130,010
    90th
    $134,180

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Petroleum Engineers $128,390
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $73,820
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,850
    Engineers, All Other $113,030
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $54,610
    Civil Engineers $101,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Eastern New Mexico is $51.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.86 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 2.6% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $60,360 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $89,690.