Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Salary in Arizona

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

Median annual salary $95,670 -3.6% vs national
Median hourly $46.00
10th percentile $72,550
90th percentile $126,740
Employed locally 50
National median $99,240

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $72,550
    25th
    $82,540
    50th (median)
    $95,670
    75th
    $99,120
    90th
    $126,740

    Top-paying metros for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $168,280
    Midland, TX $165,830
    Texas $155,330
    Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL $142,150
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $136,250
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $130,580

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,720
    Biological Scientists, All Other $83,350
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $64,690
    Urban and Regional Planners $72,360
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Arizona is $46.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.55 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salaries?

    The median Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary in Arizona is 3.6% below the national median of $99,240. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Arizona?

    Entry-level Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers (10th percentile) earn around $72,550 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,540.