Shirley Parsons North America is pleased to announce that our 2025 EHS & Sustainability Salary, Job Satisfaction and Diversity Survey Insights Reports are now available for download.
This year’s survey provides a comprehensive snapshot of the Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability landscape across North America. Our reports highlight key compensation trends, market drivers, and organizational dynamics influencing the profession in 2025.
Key findings from the US report:
- Median salary among respondents reached $140,000. A $10,000 increase from 2024 report.
- Top-paying industries include Retail, Pharmaceuticals/Biotech, and Renewable Energy.
- Certifications and education continue to significantly impact earnings, with professionals holding top certifications earning up to $150,000.
- Nearly two-thirds of EHS professionals are open to new job opportunities, with 12% actively seeking a new role.
- Both gender and racial diversity drop sharply at higher ranks, with White males still dominating VP and Director roles, pointing to structural barriers to equitable career growth.
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Download Form: USA Salary Insights Report 2025
Key findings from the Canadian report:
- Median salary among respondents climbed to $118,000.
- Senior roles see significant gains – While specialist salaries stayed flat at $90,000, Managers saw a $15,000 boost, Directors rose by $9,000.
- Certifications boost compensation – Credentials such as CQA CRST and CSP saw major salary growth.
- Education remains a key differentiator—the number of professionals with diplomas and bachelor’s degrees increased by $21,000 and $13,000, respectively.
- Representation of women in the EHS profession has improved from 33% in 2024 to 39% in 2025, though women remain underrepresented in senior leadership.
- A significant portion of the EHS workforce is considering new opportunities – 16% are actively job hunting, and 53% are open to offers.
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Download Form: Canada Salary Insights Report 2025
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Whether you’re an Environmental, Health, Safety or Sustainability professional planning your next career move, or an employer benchmarking compensation to stay competitive, our reports offer actionable insights to guide your strategy.
If you’d like to discuss how your salary or organizational approach compares to market trends, our team is available for confidential benchmarking consultations. Reach out to us here.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s survey. Your input helps drive greater understanding and transparency in our industry.
