Environmental Economist is a Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences job with over 172 current openings filled by an H1B employee. Most Environmental Economists are hired by companies in the Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools industry. The average H1B Environmental Economists job lasts 939 days.
Conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and use of the natural environment, such as water, air, land, and renewable energy resources. Evaluate and quantify benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative options using economic principles and statistical techniques.
| Industry | Jobs | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | 68 | $57,026 |
| Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations | 18 | $91,450 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | 10 | $80,105 |
| Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services | 10 | $84,321 |
| Environmental Consulting Services | 9 | $81,573 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | 8 | $69,961 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) | 6 | $65,624 |
| Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | 5 | $73,915 |
| Direct Life Insurance Carriers | 5 | $107,374 |
| Solar Electric Power Generation | 4 | $83,377 |