As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Geologist Engineer in Oregon is $77,722, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,495 weekly, or $6,477 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Geologist Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Geologist Engineer in Oregon vary widely, spanning from $63,251 to $92,586. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,148) and 75th percentile ($85,502), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,586 per year. This $15,354 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or Laboratory Testing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Oregon Geologist Engineer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 61 companies. However, Oregon currently ranks 15 nationwide for Geologist Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Geologist Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geologist Engineer Salary $63,251 OR May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Geologist Engineer Salary $70,148 OR May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Geologist Engineer Salary $77,722 OR May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Geologist Engineer Salary $85,502 OR May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Geologist Engineer Salary $92,586 OR May 18, 2021
25% $70,148 10% $63,251 90% $92,586 75% $85,502 $77,722 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Geologist Engineer ?

An engineering geologist is a geologist trained in the discipline of engineering geology. Many organizations and governments have programs for the qualification, testing and certification of engineering geologists as a protection to the public. Engineering geologists commonly work with civil engineers, structural engineers, architects, developers and planners, to ensure that the geologic factors affecting the location, design, construction, operation and maintenance of engineering works are recognized and adequately accounted for. One of the earliest definitions of the "Engineering Geologis...

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Location Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $80,069 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $79,915 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $80,993 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $75,988 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $70,445 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $75,988 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $76,450 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $76,142 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $76,219 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $77,066 Date Updated May 18, 2021
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    Geologist Engineer

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    Bachelor's Degree

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