Assistant Environmental Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Environmental Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Environmental Specialist in the United States is $45,122 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, an Assistant Environmental Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,272
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,658 to $48,865
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,505

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Environmental Specialist Salaries

An Assistant Environmental Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Environmental Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Environmental Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,069
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,447
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,226
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,382
  • Expert (over 8 years): $45,486
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Environmental Specialist less than 1 year $44,069
Early Career Level Assistant Environmental Specialist 1-2 years $44,447
Mid-Level Level Assistant Environmental Specialist 2-4 years $45,226
Senior-Level Level Assistant Environmental Specialist 5-8 years $45,382
Expert Level Assistant Environmental Specialist over 8 years $45,486

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Environmental Specialist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $56,913
  • San Francisco: $56,290
  • Oakland: $55,103

Assistant Environmental Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Environmental Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Environmental Specialist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Environmental Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Environmental Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $49,635 $24.0 10%

How Education impacts an Assistant Environmental Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Environmental Specialist professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Environmental Specialist with a high school is between $42,470 and $45,511.

Assistant Environmental Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Environmental Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 25%
High School 37.5%
Associate's Degree 25%
Bachelor's Degree 25%
Master's Degree or MBA 12.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Environmental Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Environmental Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$41,658
Average $45,122/year
$48,865
$3,472
Average $3,760/month
$4,072
$801
Average $868/week
$940
$20
Average $22/hour
$23
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $48,865 $4,072 $940 $23
Average $45,122 $3,760 $868 $22
25th Percentile $41,658 $3,472 $801 $20

Most common benefits for Assistant Environmental Specialist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Environmental Specialist

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FAQ about Assistant Environmental Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Environmental Specialist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Environmental Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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