Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Salary (2025)
Based on 23,470 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $59,330 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $75,110 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $101,920 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $139,380 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $200,230 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$59K
25th
$75K
Median
$102K
75th
$139K
90th
$200K
Highest Paying States for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Texas | $160,070 |
| Massachusetts | $133,880 |
| Colorado | $132,120 |
| Oklahoma | $123,090 |
| Rhode Island | $119,270 |
| Alaska | $118,750 |
| Washington | $117,140 |
| Mississippi | $115,470 |
| Maryland | $114,240 |
| Illinois | $109,290 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Texas at an average of $160,070 per year, while Illinois has an average of $109,290 — a difference of $50,780. 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 Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 23,470 workers were employed as Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and 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 $116,150 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-2042