Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $72,750 -25.3% vs national
Median hourly $34.98
10th percentile $72,550
90th percentile $134,430
National median $97,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,550
    25th
    $72,750
    50th (median)
    $72,750
    75th
    $95,640
    90th
    $134,430

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 2023 • Census ACS
    Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary vs area income 102% Median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary is 2% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $104,180
    Florida $95,640
    Tallahassee, FL $74,960

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $86,890
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $61,980
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,260
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,950
    Biological Technicians $46,840
    School Psychologists $82,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Tampa, FL is $34.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Tampa, FL is 25.3% below 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Atmospheric and Space Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $72,550 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,750.