Salary by Education Level
What the Data Shows
For Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health positions, filings requiring a Master's degree carried an average declared salary of $71,893 versus $65,487 for those requiring a Bachelor's - a premium of +9.8%. Across all certified filings with a stated education level, 31.1% accepted a Bachelor's degree as the minimum requirement.
Education vs Salary
| Education Level | Average Salary | Filings | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctorate | $98,568 | 7 | 5.9% |
| Master's | $71,893 | 74 | 62.2% |
| Bachelor's | $65,487 | 37 | 31.1% |
| Associate's | $49,296 | 1 | 0.8% |