Environmental Engineers Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $94,430 -9.4% vs national
Median hourly $45.40
10th percentile $63,100
90th percentile $144,410
Employed locally 60
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,100
    25th
    $74,700
    50th (median)
    $94,430
    75th
    $124,090
    90th
    $144,410

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$93,540
    Mechanical Engineers$99,040
    Civil Engineers$89,190
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$68,310
    Engineers, All Other$112,790
    Electrical Engineers$100,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Southwest New York is $45.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.45 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Southwest New York is 9.4% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $63,100 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,700.