Environmental Scientist Average Salary in Qatar 2023
How much money does a person working as Environmental Scientist make in Qatar?
LOW
11,200
QAR AVERAGE
23,800
QAR HIGH
37,600
QAR
A person working as Environmental Scientist in Qatar typically earns around 23,800 QAR per month. Salaries range from 11,200 QAR (lowest) to 37,600 QAR (highest).
This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits. Environmental Scientist salaries vary drastically based on experience, skills, gender, or location. Below you will find a detailed breakdown based on many different criteria.
Environmental Scientist Pay Scale and Salaries in Qatar
Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison
22,400 QAR or more
19,700 to 22,400 QAR
13,700 QAR or less
13,700 to 19,700 QAR
 11,200 QAR |
22,600 QAR |
37,600 QAR |
Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range
Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary
Environmental Scientist salaries in Qatar range from 11,200 QAR per month (starting salary) to 37,600 QAR per month (maximum salary). This is not the minimum wage as per the law, only the lowest reported number in the salary survey that had thousands of participants and professionals from all over the country.
Median Salary
The median salary is 22,600 QAR per month, which means that half (50%) of people working as Environmental Scientist(s) are earning less than 22,600 QAR while the other half are earning more than 22,600 QAR. The median represents the middle salary value. Generally speaking, you would want to be on the right side of the graph with the group earning more than the median salary.
Percentiles and Salary Scale
Closely related to the median are two values: the 25th and the 75th percentiles. Reading from the salary distribution diagram, 25% of Environmental Scientist(s) are earning less than 18,300 QAR while 75% of them are earning more than 18,300 QAR. Also from the diagram, 75% of Environmental Scientist(s) are earning less than 26,000 QAR while 25% are earning more than 26,000 QAR.
Pay Scale Structure
We grouped the most common and recurring salaries into brackets to give more insight into what salary to expect. This method is more accurate than just the average salary and gives more insights on how salaries are actually distributed. Around 65% of all reported figures are in the range 13,700 QAR to 19,700 QAR. Approximatly 20% fall under the 13,700 QAR cap. Ten percent of wages are from 19,700 QAR to 22,400 QAR. Only 5% of people grossed 22,400 QAR or more.
Environmental Scientist Salary Comparison by Years of Experience
How does experience and age affect your pay?
Environmental Scientist average salary change by experience in Qatar
| 0 - 2 Years | 12,900 QAR | |
| 2 - 5 Years | +38% | 17,800 QAR |
| 5 - 10 Years | +42% | 25,300 QAR |
| 10 - 15 Years | +22% | 30,900 QAR |
| 15 - 20 Years | +6% | 32,600 QAR |
| 20+ Years | +9% | 35,500 QAR |
The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally the more years of experience the higher your wage. We broke down Environmental Scientist salaries by experience level and this is what we found.
Employees with less than two years of experience makes approximately 12,900 QAR per month.
While someone with an experience level between two and five years is expected to earn 17,800 QAR per month, 38% more than someone with less than two year's experience.
Moving forward, an experience level between five and ten years lands a salary of 25,300 QAR per month, 42% more than someone with two to five years of experience.
Additionally, Environmental Scientist whose expertise span anywhere between ten and fifteen years get a salary equivalent to 30,900 QAR per month, 22% more than someone with five to ten years of experience.
If the experience level is between fifteen and twenty years, then the expected wage is 32,600 QAR per month, 6% more than someone with ten to fifteen years of experience.
Lastly, employees with more than twenty years of professional experience get a salary of 35,500 QAR per month, 9% more than people with fifteen to twenty years of experience.
Typical Salary Progress for Most Careers
Environmental Scientist Salary Comparison By Education
How do education levels affect salaries?
Displayed below is the average salary difference between different Environmental Scientist(s) who have the same experience but different education levels.
Environmental Scientist average salary difference by education level in Qatar
| Bachelor's Degree | 16,500 QAR | |
| Master's Degree | +55% | 25,500 QAR |
| PhD | +33% | 33,900 QAR |
We all know that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income? We broke down Environmental Scientist salaries by education level in order to make a comparison.
When the education level is Bachelor's Degree, the average salary is 16,500 QAR per month.
While someone with a Master's Degree gets a salary of 25,500 QAR per month, 55% more than someone having a Bachelor's Degree degree.
People with PhD have an average salary of 33,900 QAR per month, 33% more than someone with a Master's Degree.
Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?
A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Qatar costs anywhere from 78,400 Qatari Rial(s) to 235,000 Qatari Rial(s) and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.
You can't really expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming you already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.
Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch into a higher paying job. The numbers seem to support the thoery. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.
If you can afford the costs of higher education, the return on investment is definitely worth it. You should be able to recover the costs in roughly a year or so.
Typical Salary Difference by Education for Most Careers
Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender - Environmental Scientist
Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? Male Environmental Scientist employees in Qatar earn 10% more than their female counterparts on average.
| Male | 25,000 QAR | |
| Female | -9% | 22,800 QAR |
Salary Comparison By Gender in Qatar for all Careers
Environmental Scientist Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage in Qatar
How much are annual salary increments in Qatar for Environmental Scientist(s)? How often do employees get salary raises?
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientist(s) in Qatar are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 12% every 18 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 9% granted to employees every 16 months.
Qatar / All Professions
The term 'Annual Salary Increase' usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rarely that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.
How to calculate the salary increment percentage?
The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 ÷ Increase Frequency
Annual Increment Rate By Industry 2022
| Banking | 5% | |
| Energy | 1% | |
| Information Technology | 6% | |
| Healthcare | 2% | |
| Travel | 7% | |
| Construction | 3% | |
| Education | 8% |
Listed above are the average annual increase rates for each industry in Qatar for the year 2022. Companies within thriving industries tend to provide higher and more frequent raises. Exceptions do exist, but generally speaking, the situation of any company is closely related to the economic situation in the country or region. These figures tend to change frequently.
Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs
Salary Packages and Schemes
Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.
Environmental Scientist Bonus and Incentive Rates in Qatar
How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?
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"Environmental Scientist" is considered to be a moderate bonus-based job. The people who get the highest bonuses are usually somehow involved in the revenue generation cycle.
41% of surveyed staff reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 59% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.
Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 2% to 7% of their annual salary.
| Received Bonus | 59% | |
| No Bonus | 41% |
Types of Bonuses Considered
Individual Performance-Based BonusesThe most standard form of bonus where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.
Company Performance BonusesOccasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.
Goal-Based BonusesGranted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.
Holiday / End of Year BonusesThese types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.
Bonuses Are Not Commissions!
People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.
What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?
The main two types of jobs | |
| Revenue Generators | Supporting Cast |
Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business. | Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations. |
Example: | Example: |
Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.
Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level
Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.
Environmental Scientist Salary Trend and Forecast in Qatar
How are Environmental Scientist salaries changing over time? Listed below is a chart that shows the average salary in recent years.
| Average Salary 2019 | 21,700 QAR | |
| Average Salary 2020 | +3% | 22,300 QAR |
| Average Salary 2021 | +3% | 22,900 QAR |
| Average Salary 2022 | +2% | 23,400 QAR |
Environmental Scientist salaries in Qatar are on the rise in the year 2023 based on recent submitted salaries and reports. As displayed in the chart, salaries in 2022 are 2% higher than those of 2021. The trend suggests a slow yet continuous increase in pay in 2024 and future years. These numbers may vary from industry to another.
Environmental Scientist Average Hourly Wage in Qatar
140 QAR per hourThe average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Qatar is 140 QAR. This means that the average Environmental Scientist in Qatar earns approximately 140 QAR for every worked hour.
About The Hourly Pay Rate
The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fix amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.
What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?
The minimum pay rate per hour for 'Environmental Scientist' in Qatar is 65 QAR. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.
Environmental Scientist VS Other Jobs
The average salary for Environmental Scientist is 43% more than that of Environmental. Also, Environmental salaries are 6% more than those of All Jobs.
Salary comparison with similar jobs
| Job Title | Average Salary |
| Environment Advisor | 21,200 QAR |  -11% |
| Environmental and Agricultural Scientist | 24,700 QAR |  +4% |
| Environmental Compliance Inspector | 10,200 QAR | -57% |
| Environmental Coordinator | 8,550 QAR | -64% |
| Environmental Economist | 23,000 QAR | -3% |
| Environmental Educator | 19,000 QAR | -20% |
| Environmental Engineer | 13,400 QAR | -44% |
| Environmental Health Practitioner | 26,500 QAR | +11% |
| Environmental Manager | 24,900 QAR | +5% |
| Environmental Officer | 7,310 QAR | -69% |
| Environmental Planner | 9,720 QAR | -59% |
| Environmental Protection Officer | 7,460 QAR | -69% |
| Environmental Restoration Planner | 13,700 QAR | -42% |
| Environmental Scientist | 23,800 QAR | -0% |
| Environmental Services Coordinator | 8,320 QAR | -65% |
| Environmental Specialist | 11,600 QAR | -51% |
| Environmental Superintendent | 9,680 QAR | -59% |
| Environmental Technician | 7,380 QAR | -69% |
| Forestry Consultant | 17,200 QAR | -28% |
| Forestry Supervisor | 10,500 QAR | -56% |
| Geologist | 24,400 QAR | +2% |
| Senor Environmental Health Practitioner | 25,100 QAR | +5% |
| Toxicologist | 16,400 QAR | -31% |
| Waste Management Manager | 24,000 QAR | +1% |
| Waste Tracking Specialist | 18,500 QAR | -22% |
| Water Treatment Superintendent | 12,000 QAR | -50% |
Salary Comparison By City
| City | Average Salary |
| Doha | 27,800 QAR |
Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison
Where can you get paid more, working for a private company or for the government? Public sector employees in Qatar earn 5% more than their private sector counterparts on average across all sectors.
| Private Sector | 15,300 QAR | |
| Public Sector | +5% | 16,000 QAR |
Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide
What is considered to be a good and competitive salary for Environmental Scientist in Qatar?
A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 22,600 QAR and 26,000 QAR. This is a very rough estimate and your experience and education will play a very huge part into your final earnings.
Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salart after tax for every career.
Base / Basic Salary
The base salary for Environmental Scientist in Qatar is ranges from 18,300 QAR to 26,000 QAR. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range in a grain of salt.
What is the difference between the median and the average salary?
Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both of the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people are earning more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary
