Occupation ยท SOC 17-3025
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of environmental engineering technologists and technicians typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 12,500 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $58,890 ($28.31 an hour).
US employment
12,500
Median annual wage
$58,890
Mean annual wage
$63,070
Median hourly wage
$28.31
Education and training
Typical education
Associate's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Engineers | $104,170 | $45,280 (+76.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $80,060 | $21,170 (+35.9%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compliance Officers | $78,420 | $19,530 (+33.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Civil Engineers | $99,590 | $40,700 (+69.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Industrial Engineers | $101,140 | $42,250 (+71.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $64,200 | $5,310 (+9.0%) | 3 | Associate's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California1,160
- 2. Georgia880
- 3. Texas830
- 4. New York800
- 5. Tennessee670
- 6. Ohio630
- 7. New Jersey610
- 8. Florida490
- 9. Oklahoma450
- 10. Indiana320
States that pay the most
- 1. Washington$97,020
- 2. Oregon$80,390
- 3. New Mexico$77,460
- 4. Nevada$77,410
- 5. Delaware$76,510
- 6. Alaska$75,670
- 7. California$72,140
- 8. Tennessee$71,210
- 9. Georgia$68,750
- 10. Alabama$67,030
Median annual wage. Based on 47 states and territories with published figures.
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