Environmental Engineers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $109,620 +5.2% vs national
Median hourly $52.70
10th percentile $70,870
90th percentile $136,030
Employed locally 40
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,870
    25th
    $82,330
    50th (median)
    $109,620
    75th
    $130,030
    90th
    $136,030

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $110,650
    Civil Engineers $99,270
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $50,480
    Mechanical Engineers $94,370
    Electrical Engineers $109,660
    Chemical Engineers $100,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Southwest Alabama is $52.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.21 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Southwest Alabama is 5.2% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $70,870 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,330.