Profession

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

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Salary data

Official salary rows can differ by local occupation, year and gender.

🇺🇸 United States2025
19-2041SOC 2018 19-2041
GroupAll
Median82,220 USD
Average91,680 USD
Middle 50%64,490 USD - 107,970 USD
Decile range52,520 USD - 140,010 USD
Bottom decile52,520 USD
Top decile140,010 USD
🇺🇸 California2025
19-2041SOC 2018 19-2041
GroupAll
Median106,510 USD
Average112,360 USD
Middle 50%81,480 USD - 132,770 USD
Decile range65,350 USD - 161,910 USD
Bottom decile65,350 USD
Top decile161,910 USD

Sources

  • BLS OEWS May 2025 National2025 - SOC 2018
  • BLS OEWS May 2025 State2025 - SOC 2018

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