How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in California?
$124,900a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in California. That is $60.06 an hour or $10,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.06
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,900Median: $124,900Highest 10%: $175,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,900 | $39.86 | |
| 25th | $105,900 | $50.92 | |
| Median | $124,900 | $60.06 | |
| 75th | $144,900 | $69.67 | |
| 90th | $175,900 | $84.57 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $151,000 |
| San Diego, CA | $120,400 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $111,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 1. Maryland | $128,800 |
| 2. California | $124,900 |
| 3. Hawaii | $121,000 |
| 4. New Jersey | $120,200 |
| 5. Idaho | $119,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $60.06 ($124,900 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $124,900 against $99,070 nationally, 26% more.
Where does California rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
California ranks 2 of 47 states.
Which city in California pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $151,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.