Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary in the United States

Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary

How much does an Entry Level Environmental Scientist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Entry Level Environmental Scientist in the United States is $118,363. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $104,345 to $133,542, with most professionals earning between $91,583 and $147,362.

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10th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $91,583 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $104,345 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $118,363 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $133,542 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Entry Level Environmental Scientist Salary $147,362 US April 01, 2025
25% $104,345 10% $91,583 90% $147,362 75% $133,542 $118,363 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Entry Level Environmental Scientist

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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 Entry Level Environmental Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Entry Level Environmental Scientist ranges from $104,345 to $133,542 with the average base salary of $118,363. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,345 to $133,542 with the average total cash compensation of $118,363.
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