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Sustainability Manager Salary in 2026

Develop and implement sustainability strategies, track ESG metrics, and drive environmental initiatives.

Median Salary

$95,000

$7,917/mo

Entry Level

$58,000

starting pay

Senior Level

$145,000

experienced

Job Growth

+28%

10-yr outlook

Sustainability Manager Overview

Develop and implement sustainability strategies, track ESG metrics, and drive environmental initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's

Experience

3-6 years

Industry

Operations

Total Jobs (US)

65K

5-Year Growth

+22%

Category

Operations

Hourly Rate

$45.67/hr

Monthly Pay

$7,917

Sustainability Manager Salary Calculator

Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Sustainability Manager salary in your area.

Mid Career (5-9 yrs)

Estimated Sustainability Manager Salary

$115,000

$9,583/month · $4,423/biweekly · $55.29/hr

Sustainability Manager Salary Range

Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Sustainability Manager field.

25th Percentile$72,800
$73K
Median (50th)$95,000
$95K
75th Percentile$120,000
$120K
90th Percentile$161,500
$162K
Top Earners$178,000
$178K

Entry-level Sustainability Managers earn around $58,000, while the top 10% earn $161,500 or more.

Top Paying States for Sustainability Managers

StateEst. Median Salaryvs National
California$112,000+$17,000
New York$109,000+$14,000
Washington$106,000+$11,000
Colorado$100,000+$5,000
Oregon$98,000+$3,000

Top Paying Cities for Sustainability Managers

CityEst. Median Salaryvs National
San Francisco$119,000+$24,000
New York$112,000+$17,000
Seattle$108,000+$13,000
Denver$101,000+$6,000
Portland$101,000+$6,000

Required Skills & Certifications

Key Skills

ESG ReportingCarbon AccountingGRI StandardsStakeholder EngagementData Analysis

Certifications

LEED APISSP Credential

Sustainability Manager Career Progression

Typical salary growth path for a Sustainability Manager from entry level to expert.

Entry Level

$58,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$102,000

3-7 years

Senior

$145,000

8-14 years

Lead / Expert

$178,000

15+ years

EntryExpert

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