What are the main factors that influence a Geologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Geologist's salary?

A Geologist's salary grows with experience: a Geologist I (0-2 years)earns $53,131, a Geologist (2-4 years)earns $70,082, a Geologist III (4-7 years)earns $87,097, a Geologist IV (7+ years)earns $111,169, a Geologist V (7-10 years)earns $133,552,

What are the highest paying states for a Geologist?

Geologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Geologist roles are District of Columbia $77,459, California $77,165, Massachusetts $76,137. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Geologist roles make?

Salaries for Geologist level roles vary by specialization: Expert Geologist: $131,500; Geologist V: $131,499; Geologist IV: $109,460; Specialist Geologist: $109,460; Senior Geologist: $85,760.

Geologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Geologist make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Geologist in Delaware is $71,009 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Geologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,741
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,814 to $77,150
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,264

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Geologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,150	$6,429	$1,484	$37
Average	$71,009	$5,917	$1,366	$34
25th Percentile	$63,814	$5,318	$1,227	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Geologist Salaries

A Geologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Levels	Salary
Geologist... Level Geologist	$53,131
Geologist... Level Geologist	$70,082
Geologist... Level Geologist	$87,097
Geologist... Level Geologist	$111,169
Geologist... Level Geologist	$133,552

How Do Geologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Geologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,459.
California: $77,165.
Massachusetts: $76,137.

District of Columbia $77,459 California $77,165 Massachusetts $76,137 Washington $75,857 New Jersey $75,829 Alaska $75,731 Connecticut $74,765 New York $74,374

Hawaii $73,121 Rhode Island $72,534 Maryland $72,135 Minnesota $71,589 Colorado $71,379 Illinois $71,309 Oregon $71,044 Delaware $70,848

New Hampshire $70,725 Virginia $70,449 Pennsylvania $69,644 Nevada $69,239 North Dakota $69,106 Michigan $68,896 Wisconsin $68,819 Vermont $68,665

Texas $68,238 Maine $68,210 Arizona $68,168 Ohio $68,119 Georgia $67,476 Indiana $67,154 Wyoming $67,091 Utah $66,993

Iowa $66,951 Kansas $66,615 Louisiana $66,517 North Carolina $66,482 Missouri $66,468 Florida $66,195 Montana $66,049 Nebraska $65,909

Kentucky $65,832 South Carolina $65,552 Tennessee $65,377 Idaho $65,307 New Mexico $64,796 Oklahoma $64,684 Alabama $64,272 South Dakota $63,579

Arkansas $63,201 West Virginia $62,998 Mississippi $62,390

Top Paying Cities for Geologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $73,324
Little Creek: $72,646
Magnolia: $72,947

Lincoln, DE $73,324 Little Creek, DE $72,646 Magnolia, DE $72,947 Milford, DE $73,324 Marydel, DE $72,373 Millsboro, DE $73,324 Millville, DE $73,814 Milton, DE $73,324

Nassau, DE $73,324 Ocean View, DE $73,814 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,814 Seaford, DE $72,555 Selbyville, DE $73,814 Smyrna, DE $72,289 Viola, DE $72,947 Woodside, DE $72,737

Bear, DE $71,757 Newark, DE $71,785 Claymont, DE $71,841 Delaware City, DE $71,785 Hockessin, DE $71,841 Kirkwood, DE $71,785 Middletown, DE $72,142 Montchanin, DE $71,841

New Castle, DE $71,841 Odessa, DE $72,240 Port Penn, DE $71,589 Rockland, DE $71,841 Saint Georges, DE $71,785 Townsend, DE $72,135 Winterthur, DE $71,841 Lewes, DE $73,324

Wilmington, DE $71,841 Dover, DE $72,611 Dover Afb, DE $72,779 Bethany Beach, DE $73,814 Bethel, DE $72,555 Bridgeville, DE $73,324 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,688 Cheswold, DE $72,443

Clayton, DE $72,261 Dagsboro, DE $73,814 Delmar, DE $72,555 Ellendale, DE $73,324 Felton, DE $73,324 Fenwick Island, DE $73,814 Frankford, DE $73,814 Frederica, DE $73,324

Georgetown, DE $73,324 Greenwood, DE $73,324 Harbeson, DE $73,324 Harrington, DE $73,324 Hartly, DE $72,226 Houston, DE $73,324 Kenton, DE $72,261 Laurel, DE $72,555

Yorklyn, DE $71,841

Geologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Geologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$63,814

Average $71,009/year

$77,150

$5,318

Average $5,917/month

$6,429

$1,227

Average $1,366/week

$1,484

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,150	$6,429	$1,484	$37
Average	$71,009	$5,917	$1,366	$34
25th Percentile	$63,814	$5,318	$1,227	$31

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