How much does an environmental specialist make?

An environmental specialist makes between $51,000 and $60,700 per year, on average. Those just starting in the field can expect to earn about $35,000 per year on average. Others may see higher salaries of about $61,000 in the higher 25%. However, the top 10% of environmental specialists make $72,000 per year.

Environmental specialists may enjoy company bonuses and incentives to increase their base salary. Other compensation items that may be contingent on are employer location, state, and industry standards. Some employers may pay a higher salary for employees with more experience and training, but that is wholly up to the employer.