Engineering Alabama (AL) Rank #44 of 50

Environmental Engineer Salary in Alabama

The median environmental engineer salary in Alabama is $84,233 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $96,820.

Median Salary
$84,233
vs National
$-12,587
State Rank
#44 of 50
Cost of Living
87%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $55,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,540 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,680
$-8,320 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,260
$-12,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$123,540
$-18,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile AL Salary
10th Percentile $53,070
25th Percentile $66,120
Median (50th) $84,233
75th Percentile $106,140
90th Percentile $128,760

Environmental Engineer Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for environmental engineers in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL
$87,138
Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%
Huntsville, AL
$89,074
Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%
Montgomery, AL
$83,265
Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%
Mobile, AL
$82,297
Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%
Tuscaloosa, AL
$85,202
Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Alabama

Education

Most environmental engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, environmental engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.