Environmental Engineers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $107,490 +3.2% vs national
Median hourly $51.68
10th percentile $66,730
90th percentile $132,300
Employed locally 30
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,730
    25th
    $95,150
    50th (median)
    $107,490
    75th
    $123,280
    90th
    $132,300

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,580
    Mechanical Engineers $93,620
    Civil Engineers $92,670
    Engineers, All Other $98,440
    Aerospace Engineers $113,030
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $95,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Eastern North Carolina is $51.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.61 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 3.2% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $66,730 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $95,150.