How much does a Environmental Scientist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Environmental Scientist in Australia ranges from AUD 12,500 to AUD 13,750 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,263 job listings

Salary Guide

Environmental Scientist Salary in Australia

Based on 1,263 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$12,500 - $13,750

Median salary

$12,500 - $13,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$9K

25th percentile$11K

Median$13K

75th percentile$14K

90th percentile$16K

50% of professionals earn between $11,250 - $13,750 AUD

The median salary is $12,500

Top cities

Brisbane164 job openings

Melbourne144 job openings

Sydney57 job openings

Darwin54 job openings

Perth54 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney41 job openings

Adelaide26 job openings

Gold Coast24 job openings

Newcastle24 job openings

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Environmental Scientist

1,263 job openings

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The average salary for a Environmental Scientist in Australia is AUD 12,500 - AUD 13,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 13,125 per year, based on 1,263 active job listings.

The cities with the most Environmental Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Darwin, Perth. Brisbane leads with 164 job openings.

Explore 1,263 Environmental Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.