Environmental Engineers Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $80,140 -23.1% vs national
Median hourly $38.53
10th percentile $59,280
90th percentile $141,360
Employed locally 30
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,280
    25th
    $62,760
    50th (median)
    $80,140
    75th
    $106,480
    90th
    $141,360

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $86,600
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,850
    Civil Engineers $81,460
    Mechanical Engineers $84,440
    Electrical Engineers $102,340
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $94,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Southwest Virginia is $38.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $67.96 or more per hour.

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

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Southwest Virginia is 23.1% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $59,280 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,760.