Engineering Columbus, GA Pop. 206,922

Environmental Engineer Salary in Columbus, Georgia

The median environmental engineer salary in Columbus, GA is $83,265 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 7.5% below the Georgia state average.

City Median
$83,265
vs State Avg
$-6,778
vs National
$-13,555
Cost of Living
86%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $55,040, while experienced professionals earn up to $122,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,040
$-8,960 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,280
$-13,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$122,120
$-19,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, GA

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $52,460
25th Percentile $65,360
Median (50th) $83,265
75th Percentile $104,920
90th Percentile $127,280

Environmental Engineer Salary in Other Georgia Cities

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Columbus

Education

Most environmental engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbus and the surrounding Georgia area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, environmental engineer employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Columbus may vary based on local industry and population growth.