Environmental Scientist Salary in the United States

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How much does an Environmental Scientist make in the United States? The average Environmental Scientist salary in the United States is $97,602 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $87,749 and $108,609. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Environmental Scientist

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Environmental Scientist I
C.T. Male Associates - LATHAM , NY
Job Description. Location. Latham, NY, US 12110. Job Type. Full Time. Job Classification. Hourly. Exemption Type. Non-Exempt. Education. Bachelor's Degree. Trav
- 9 days ago
Environmental Scientist with Security Clearance
Leidos - KENNEDY SPACE CTR , FL
R-00153250 Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented
- 3 days ago
Junior Environmental Engineer/Scientist - NCR with Security Clearance
R & K Enterprise Solutions - SPRINGFIELD , VA
Junior Environmental Engineer/Scientist - NCR R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (R&K) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with co
- 4 days ago
Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer - NEPA with Security Clearance
R & K Enterprise Solutions - SPRINGFIELD , VA
Lead Environmental Scientist/Engineer - NEPA R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (R&K) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with cor
- 4 days ago
Environmental Engineer/Scientist - Field West Region with Security Clearance
R & K Enterprise Solutions - DENVER , CO
Environmental Engineer/Scientist - Field West Region R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (R&K) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- 4 days ago
Junior Environmental Engineer/Scientist - Field West Region with Security Clearance
R & K Enterprise Solutions - DENVER , CO
Junior Environmental Engineer/Scientist - Field R&K Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (R&K) is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with
- 4 days ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Environmental Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Environmental Scientist ranges from $87,749 to $108,609 with the average base salary of $97,602. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $89,831 to $114,545 with the average total cash compensation of $101,030.

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