Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $109,300 +12.2% vs national
Median hourly $52.55
10th percentile $72,790
90th percentile $136,990
Employed locally 30
National median $97,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,790
    25th
    $72,800
    50th (median)
    $109,300
    75th
    $126,440
    90th
    $136,990

    Top-paying metros for Atmospheric and Space Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $141,370
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $134,060
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $132,850
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $128,940
    Hawaii $122,180
    Urban Honolulu, HI $122,180

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $67,610
    Conservation Scientists $45,880
    School Psychologists $65,260
    Chemists $59,820
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $54,270
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $62,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Atmospheric and Space Scientists make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Kansas is $52.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.86 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Atmospheric and Space Scientists salaries?

    The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Kansas is 12.2% above the national median of $97,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Kansas?

    Entry-level Atmospheric and Space Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $72,790 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,800.