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Environmental Researcher

Average Environmental Researcher Salary

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$66,507
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$49k
MEDIAN
$67k
90%
$98k

The average salary for an Environmental Researcher is $66,507 in 2025

Base Salary
$49k - $98k
Bonus
$562 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$679 - $7k
Commission
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$47k - $98k
Based on 4,787 salary profiles (last updated Dec 04 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Environmental Researcher

Medical
90%
Dental
80%
Vision
70%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Environmental Researchers

Female
50.7%
Male
47.1%
Prefer to self-define
1.9%
This data is based on 1,476 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Environmental Researchers

What is the highest pay for Environmental Researchers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Environmental Researcher is $98k / year

What is the lowest pay for Environmental Researchers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Environmental Researcher is $49k / year

How can Environmental Researchers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Environmental Researcher 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 Researcher that oversees more junior Environmental Researchers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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