How much does a geoscientist make in Massachusetts?
$108,200a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Massachusetts. That is $52.02 an hour or $9,018 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.02
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,370Median: $108,200Highest 10%: $227,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,370 | $38.64 | |
| 25th | $80,940 | $38.91 | |
| Median | $108,200 | $52.02 | |
| 75th | $177,100 | $85.16 | |
| 90th | $227,200 | $109.25 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $120,200 |
| Boston, MA | $102,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $110,500 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $108,200 |
| 8. Alaska | $107,400 |
| 9. California | $106,500 |
| 10. Hawaii | $106,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $52.02 ($108,200 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $108,200 against $101,900 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for geoscientist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 7 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays geoscientists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $120,200 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.