Geographers Salary (2025)
Based on 1,400 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $66,770 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $80,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $102,040 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $121,870 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $136,660 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$67K
25th
$80K
Median
$102K
75th
$122K
90th
$137K
Highest Paying States for Geographers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $114,310 |
| Washington | $113,420 |
| Virginia | $112,100 |
| Maryland | $109,820 |
| Missouri | $100,980 |
| Illinois | $92,160 |
| Texas | $84,830 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Geographers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $114,310 per year, while Texas has an average of $84,830 — a difference of $29,480. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Geographers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,400 workers were employed as Geographerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $102,350 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-3092