Engineering Gulfport, MS Pop. 72,926

Environmental Engineer Salary in Gulfport, Mississippi

The median environmental engineer salary in Gulfport, MS is $79,392 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 1.2% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$79,392
vs State Avg
$-969
vs National
$-17,428
Cost of Living
82%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Gulfport by Experience

In Gulfport, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $52,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,480
$-11,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,360
$-17,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$116,440
$-25,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Gulfport, MS

Percentile Gulfport
10th Percentile $50,020
25th Percentile $62,320
Median (50th) $79,392
75th Percentile $100,040
90th Percentile $121,360

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How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Gulfport

Education

Most environmental engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Gulfport and the surrounding Mississippi 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 Gulfport may vary based on local industry and population growth.