Environmental Science and Protection Technicians
What They Do
"Environmental science and protection technicians monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution and contamination, including those affecting public health."
Job Outlook and Pay
Nationally
Median Pay 2021- $43, 370 per year; $22,78 per hour
"Employment of environmental science and protection technicians is projected to grow 11 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.
About 4,700 openings for environmental science and protection technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire."
May 2021 - MN Data
| Occupation Title | Employment | Median Hourly Wage | Mean Hourly Wage | Annual Mean Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | 540 | $22.58 | $24.17 | $50,270 |
