Engineering Mitchell, SD Pop. 15,660

Environmental Engineer Salary in Mitchell, South Dakota

The median environmental engineer salary in Mitchell, SD is $79,392 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 6.8% below the South Dakota state average.

City Median
$79,392
vs State Avg
$-5,810
vs National
$-17,428
Cost of Living
82%

Environmental Engineer Salary in Mitchell by Experience

In Mitchell, 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 Mitchell, SD

Percentile Mitchell
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 Mitchell

Education

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