Environmental Engineers Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $81,480 -21.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.18
10th percentile $61,990
90th percentile $167,350
Employed locally 90
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,990
    25th
    $73,860
    50th (median)
    $81,480
    75th
    $113,200
    90th
    $167,350

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $82,830
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Kansas is $39.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $101.60 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Kansas is 21.8% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $61,990 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,860.