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Environmental Health Specialist

Average Environmental Health Specialist with Infectious Disease Knowledge Skills Salary

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$50,823
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$34k
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90%
$90k

The average salary for an Environmental Health Specialist is $50,823 in 2025

Base Salary
$34k - $90k
Total Pay
$35k - $80k
Based on 18 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2020)
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What Do Environmental Health Specialists Do?

Environmental Health Specialist Tasks
  • Conduct research for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or environmental hazards.
  • Generate and maintain documentation related to EHS initiatives.
  • Contribute to administration of EHS programs.
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Common Health Benefits for a Environmental Health Specialist

Medical
100%
Dental
81%
Vision
75%

Gender Breakdown for Environmental Health Specialists

Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Environmental Health Specialists

What is the highest pay for Environmental Health Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Environmental Health Specialist is $90k / year

What is the lowest pay for Environmental Health Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Environmental Health Specialist is $34k / year

How can Environmental Health Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Environmental Health Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Environmental Health Specialist that oversees more junior Environmental Health Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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