How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Utah?
$96,520a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Utah. That is $46.40 an hour or $8,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.40
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,060Median: $96,520Highest 10%: $126,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,060 | $25.51 | |
| 25th | $59,670 | $28.69 | |
| Median | $96,520 | $46.40 | |
| 75th | $100,700 | $48.39 | |
| 90th | $126,400 | $60.79 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $100,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 24. Wyoming | $99,940 |
| 25. Louisiana | $97,470 |
| 26. Georgia | $96,820 |
| 27. Utah | $96,520 |
| 28. Tennessee | $96,190 |
| 29. Washington | $94,400 |
| 30. Alaska | $94,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $46.40 ($96,520 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Utah than the national average?
No: $96,520 against $99,070 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Utah rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Utah ranks 27 of 47 states.
Which city in Utah pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $100,700 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.