Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Salary in California
In California, geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers earn a median of $111,400 per year.
Median (California)
$111,400
Bottom 10%
$66,560
Top 10%
$178,880
Employed in California
3,150
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers earn a median of $111,400 — 12% above the national median of $99,240. Locally the range runs $66,560 to $178,880. About 3,150 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #5 of 51 states for geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers pay — roughly the 92th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Texas, $155,330) by 39%. State employment of about 3,150 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$99,240
US bottom 10%
$58,790
US top 10%
$178,880
Skills that move pay in this role
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Science
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Mathematics
- Active Learning
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