Environmental Engineers pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for environmental engineers is $61.74 an hour ($128,410 a year). About 1,050 people work in this job there.
That is 20% higher than the U.S. median ($107,110). It is 2% higher than the Washington median ($125,460).
Pay range for environmental engineers in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.94 | $78,920 |
| 25% of workers | $48.89 | $101,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $61.74 | $128,410 |
| 75% of workers | $78.31 | $162,880 |
| 90% of workers | $84.43 | $175,610 |
Environmental Engineers pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kennewick-Richland | $140,060 | 390 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $128,410 | 1,050 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $121,230 | 60 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $108,240 | 190 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $108,180 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for environmental engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 2,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $116,480 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $163,580 |
| Electrical Engineers | $140,210 |
| Industrial Engineers | $131,210 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $126,590 |
| Engineers, All Other | $137,430 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $169,120 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $138,890 |
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