Engineering Indiana (IN) Rank #35 of 50

Environmental Engineer Salary in Indiana

The median environmental engineer salary in Indiana is $87,138 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,820.

Median Salary

$87,138

vs National

$-9,682

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $57,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,800 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,600

$-6,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,200

$-9,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$127,800

$-14,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,900	$61,000	$-6,100
25th Percentile	$68,400	$76,000	$-7,600
Median (50th)	$87,138	$96,820	$-9,682
75th Percentile	$109,800	$122,000	$-12,200
90th Percentile	$133,200	$148,000	$-14,800

Environmental Engineer Salary by City in Indiana

The largest employment areas for environmental engineers in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Indianapolis, IN

$90,043

Pop. 887,642 · COL 93%

Fort Wayne, IN

$82,297

Pop. 263,886 · COL 85%

Evansville, IN

$81,329

Pop. 117,429 · COL 84%

South Bend, IN

$80,361

Pop. 103,453 · COL 83%

Carmel, IN

$101,661

Pop. 99,757 · COL 105%

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Indiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook in Indiana

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