Circular Economy Consultant Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$90,000
national median salary
$68,000 to $118,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$123,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$94,000
Honolulu, HI
Lowest Paying
$70,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026. Baseline derived from BLS SOC 15-1299. Full methodology.
The average Circular Economy Consultant salary in the United States is $90,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $68,000 at the 25th percentile to $118,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $123,000, while Honolulu offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Experience with product lifecycle assessment, materials science background, and expertise in extended producer responsibility regulations drive salary variance.
Circular Economy Consultant salary by city
Skills that increase Circular Economy Consultant pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Circular Economy Consultants based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $12,600 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Experience with product lifecycle assessment, materials science background, and expertise in extended producer responsibility regulations drive salary variance. Consultants advising large manufacturers or consumer goods companies on circular business models earn at the top of the range.
Junior Circular Economy Consultants earn $68,000 to $78,000. Mid-level consultants leading client engagements reach $86,000 to $105,000. Senior Consultants and Practice Leads command $108,000 to $130,000, while Partners and Directors at sustainability firms exceed $150,000.
Consulting firms offer performance bonuses of 10 to 20% and project completion incentives. Independent consultants charge $125 to $225 per hour. Travel budgets and professional development funding for certifications and conferences are standard benefits.
Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote Circular Economy Consultants typically earn $81,000 (10% less than on-site). This reflects location-adjusted pay policies at companies using geographic salary bands. Some companies pay flat national rates regardless of location.
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