Environmental Engineers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,470 -17% vs national
Median hourly $41.57
10th percentile $74,960
90th percentile $117,290
Employed locally 90
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,960
    25th
    $81,240
    50th (median)
    $86,470
    75th
    $117,290
    90th
    $117,290

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,170
    Mechanical Engineers $79,540
    Civil Engineers $94,230
    Electrical Engineers $95,230
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,010
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $76,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Northwest Minnesota is $41.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.17 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 17% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $74,960 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,240.