How much does a geographer make in California?
$114,500a year
Median yearly pay for geographers in California. That is $55.03 an hour or $9,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.03
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $85,800Median: $114,500Highest 10%: $144,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $85,800 | $41.25 | |
| 25th | $97,680 | $46.96 | |
| Median | $114,500 | $55.03 | |
| 75th | $130,900 | $62.91 | |
| 90th | $144,900 | $69.67 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geographers.
| 1. Maryland | $114,900 |
| 2. California | $114,500 |
| 3. Washington | $112,300 |
| 4. Virginia | $108,000 |
| 5. Missouri | $102,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geographer make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $55.03 ($114,500 a year).
Do geographers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $114,500 against $102,000 nationally, 12% more.
Where does California rank for geographer pay?
California ranks 2 of 7 states.
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.