Engineering Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Environmental Engineer Salary in Maryland

The median environmental engineer salary in Maryland is $106,502 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $96,820.

Median Salary

$106,502

vs National

+$9,682

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $70,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,200 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$70,400

+$6,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$107,800

+$9,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$156,200

+$14,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$67,100	$61,000	+$6,100
25th Percentile	$83,600	$76,000	+$7,600
Median (50th)	$106,502	$96,820	+$9,682
75th Percentile	$134,200	$122,000	+$12,200
90th Percentile	$162,800	$148,000	+$14,800

Environmental Engineer Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for environmental engineers in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$104,566

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$114,248

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$118,120

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$111,343

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$101,661

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook in Maryland

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