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Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health in Massachusetts

Environmental scientists and specialists investigate sources of pollution and environmental hazards that threaten public health. They collect and analyze data, conduct research, and recommend solutions to reduce or eliminate these threats In Massachusetts the median pay is $100,640 a year, 22% above the national median of $82,220.

$100,640median pay in Massachusetts, per year

$79,890–$127,310middle half earn

2,930employed in Massachusetts

$82,220U.S. median, for comparison

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Who is hiring in Massachusetts

4,335open roles like this on employer career sites, 758 in Massachusetts or remote

293employers hiring

2,244posted in the last 7 days

Remote · CA · TXwhere most openings are

Openings in Massachusetts and remote

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Customer Support Specialist · Mercury · USA · Remote
Client Support Specialist - After Hours · Lyra Health · USA · Remote
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPECIALIST · Air Force Materiel Command · Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts · $101375–$131790

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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingScienceComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingActive Learning

Knowledge areas

English LanguageBiologyCustomer and Personal ServiceLaw and GovernmentComputers and ElectronicsPublic Safety and Security

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Licenses and training in Massachusetts

Local training programs Certifications Licenses in your state Apprenticeships

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health pay in other states

District of Columbia · $132,620 California · $106,510 Rhode Island · $100,730 Washington · $98,300 Oregon · $97,440 Texas · $92,000 Alaska · $91,960 Utah · $90,710 Minnesota · $88,000 New Mexico · $86,630

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O*NET-SOC 19-2041.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Massachusetts, annual.