Environmental Scientist salary in California

The average salary for a environmental scientist in California is $64,000 per year. Environmental scientist salaries in California can vary between $28,500 to $118,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 734 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as environmental scientist.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for environmental scientists in California: US Department of Defense ($72,000 a year), State of California ($64,500 a year), and Tetra Tech ($60,500 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for environmental scientists in California: San Francisco, CA ($74,000 a year), Fresno, CA ($72,000 a year), and Long Beach, CA ($68,500 a year).