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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
PercentileYearlyHourly
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
Salaries for every job in Utah

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
Atmospheric and Space Scientist salary in all states

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.