How much does a geoscientist make in Arizona?
$85,190a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Arizona. That is $40.96 an hour or $7,099 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.96
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,450Median: $85,190Highest 10%: $131,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,450 | $27.62 | |
| 25th | $63,330 | $30.45 | |
| Median | $85,190 | $40.96 | |
| 75th | $105,000 | $50.49 | |
| 90th | $131,100 | $63.03 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tucson, AZ | $90,700 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $81,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 28. New York | $86,410 |
| 29. South Carolina | $86,070 |
| 30. Nebraska | $85,550 |
| 31. Arizona | $85,190 |
| 32. Pennsylvania | $84,180 |
| 33. North Dakota | $84,070 |
| 34. Missouri | $83,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $40.96 ($85,190 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $85,190 against $101,900 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Arizona rank for geoscientist pay?
Arizona ranks 31 of 50 states.
Which city in Arizona pays geoscientists the most?
Tucson, AZ, with a median of $90,700 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.