Environmental and Safety Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental and Safety Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental and Safety Manager in the United States is $123,253 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, an Environmental and Safety Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,014
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,871 to $133,073
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,508

Key Factors That Influence Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries

An Environmental and Safety Manager'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 Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental and Safety Manager'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): $89,115
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $104,358
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,207
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,774
  • Expert (over 8 years): $190,508
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Environmental Engineering Supervisor less than 1 year $89,115
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor 1-2 years $104,358
Environmental and Safety Manager 2-4 years $121,207
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager 5-8 years $166,774
Environmental Engineering Director over 8 years $190,508

Top Paying Cities for Environmental and Safety Manager

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: $155,459
  • San Francisco: $153,757
  • Oakland: $150,517

Environmental and Safety Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Environmental and Safety Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 210% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 150% above the average. In contrast, Environmental and Safety Manager positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Environmental and Safety Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Environmental and Safety Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $308,133 $148.0 150%

How Education impacts an Environmental and Safety Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Environmental and Safety Manager professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's 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 Environmental and Safety Manager with a Bachelor's is between $132,523 and $143,007.

Environmental and Safety Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Environmental and Safety Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 4%
High School 4%
Associate's Degree 2.9%
Bachelor's Degree 44.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 43.2%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 5.4%

Environmental and Safety Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental and Safety Manager'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
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$111,871
Average $123,253/year
$133,073
$9,323
Average $10,271/month
$11,089
$2,151
Average $2,370/week
$2,559
$54
Average $59/hour
$64
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $133,073 $11,089 $2,559 $64
Average $123,253 $10,271 $2,370 $59
25th Percentile $111,871 $9,323 $2,151 $54

Most common benefits for Environmental and Safety Manager

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

Common company salaries for Environmental and Safety Manager

Here are companies hiring for Environmental and Safety Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Environmental and Safety Manager Job

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  • GPAC | Columbus, OH

    GPAC | Columbus, OH

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    7 Days Ago

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    IAP DESIGN-BUILD LLC | Columbus, OH

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  • MyJobsCorner | Columbus, OH

    MyJobsCorner | Columbus, OH

    Find your next job here. Will train the right candidate. Average salaries from $18 - $36/Hr, full time and part time shifts available now. Hiring for: Safe... more

    17 Days Ago

  • Quanta Services | Columbus, OH

    Quanta Services | Columbus, OH

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    7 Days Ago

  • Burns & McDonnell | Columbus, OH

    Burns & McDonnell | Columbus, OH

    DescriptionThe Environmental Engineering Department Manager is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of a department within a global prac... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Environmental and Safety Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Environmental and Safety Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Environmental and Safety Manager roles, with salaries approximately 150% above the market median.

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