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

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

How does experience change A Geospatial Engineer's salary?

A Geospatial Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Geospatial Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,644, a Geotechnical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,116, a Geotechnical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,640, a Geotechnical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,401,

What are the highest paying states for a Geospatial Engineer?

Geospatial Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Geospatial Engineer roles are District of Columbia $83,218, California $82,902, Massachusetts $81,797. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Geospatial Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Geospatial Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Geospatial Database Manager: $155,262; Geospatial Data Scientist: $115,485; Geospatial Scientist: $92,968; Geospatial Technician: $91,726; Senior Geospatial Analyst: $91,726.

Geospatial Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Geospatial Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Geospatial Engineer in District of Columbia is $83,654 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,787
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,852 to $92,099
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,748

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Geospatial Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,099	$7,675	$1,771	$44
Average	$83,654	$6,971	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$75,852	$6,321	$1,459	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Geospatial Engineer Salaries

A Geospatial Engineer'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.

How Do Geospatial Engineer 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 Geospatial Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,218.
California: $82,902.
Massachusetts: $81,797.

District of Columbia $83,218 California $82,902 Massachusetts $81,797 Washington $81,497 New Jersey $81,467 Alaska $81,361 Connecticut $80,324 New York $79,903

Hawaii $78,558 Rhode Island $77,927 Maryland $77,498 Minnesota $76,912 Colorado $76,686 Illinois $76,611 Oregon $76,326 Delaware $76,115

New Hampshire $75,983 Virginia $75,687 Pennsylvania $74,822 Nevada $74,386 North Dakota $74,244 Michigan $74,018 Wisconsin $73,935 Vermont $73,770

Texas $73,312 Maine $73,282 Arizona $73,236 Ohio $73,184 Georgia $72,492 Indiana $72,147 Wyoming $72,079 Utah $71,974

Iowa $71,929 Kansas $71,568 Louisiana $71,463 North Carolina $71,425 Missouri $71,410 Florida $71,117 Montana $70,959 Nebraska $70,809

Kentucky $70,726 South Carolina $70,425 Tennessee $70,238 Idaho $70,162 New Mexico $69,614 Oklahoma $69,493 Alabama $69,050 South Dakota $68,306

Arkansas $67,900 West Virginia $67,682 Mississippi $67,028

Top Paying Cities for Geospatial Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $83,218
Washington: $83,218
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,218

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,218 Washington, DC $83,218 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,218 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,218

Geospatial Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Geospatial Engineer'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

$75,852

Average $83,654/year

$92,099

$6,321

Average $6,971/month

$7,675

$1,459

Average $1,609/week

$1,771

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,099	$7,675	$1,771	$44
Average	$83,654	$6,971	$1,609	$40
25th Percentile	$75,852	$6,321	$1,459	$36

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