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 States2021
19-2041SOC 2018 19-2041
GroupAll
Median76,530 USD
Average81,240 USD
Middle 50%58,200 USD - 99,090 USD
Decile range46,200 USD - 129,070 USD
Bottom decile46,200 USD
Top decile129,070 USD
🇺🇸 California2021
19-2041SOC 2018 19-2041
GroupAll
Median88,800 USD
Average94,350 USD
Middle 50%67,770 USD - 114,390 USD
Decile range49,880 USD - 133,580 USD
Bottom decile49,880 USD
Top decile133,580 USD

Sources

  • BLS OEWS May 2021 National2021 - SOC 2018
  • BLS OEWS May 2021 State2021 - SOC 2018

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