Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $85,750 -13.6% vs national
Median hourly $41.23
10th percentile $58,650
90th percentile $136,840
Employed locally 80
National median $99,240

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,650
    25th
    $62,090
    50th (median)
    $85,750
    75th
    $104,210
    90th
    $136,840

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary vs area income 126% Median Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary is 26% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $78,200

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Science Research Assistants $59,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $124,250
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Tucson, AZ is $41.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary in Tucson, AZ is 13.6% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers (10th percentile) earn around $58,650 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,090.