Engineering Missouri (MO) Rank #42 of 50

Environmental Engineer Salary in Missouri

The median environmental engineer salary in Missouri is $85,202 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $96,820.

Median Salary

$85,202

vs National

$-11,618

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level environmental engineer earns around $56,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,960 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$56,320

$-7,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,240

$-11,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,960

$-17,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$53,680	$61,000	$-7,320
25th Percentile	$66,880	$76,000	$-9,120
Median (50th)	$85,202	$96,820	$-11,618
75th Percentile	$107,360	$122,000	$-14,640
90th Percentile	$130,240	$148,000	$-17,760

Environmental Engineer Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for environmental engineers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$89,074

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$87,138

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$79,392

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$85,202

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$82,297

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Environmental Engineer in Missouri

Education

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

Key Skills

Environmental RemediationWater TreatmentAir QualityEPA RegulationsGISProject Management

Job Outlook in Missouri

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