How much does a geoscientist make in North Carolina?
$95,260a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in North Carolina. That is $45.80 an hour or $7,938 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.80
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,060Median: $95,260Highest 10%: $143,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,060 | $30.32 | |
| 25th | $71,170 | $34.22 | |
| Median | $95,260 | $45.80 | |
| 75th | $125,200 | $60.20 | |
| 90th | $143,200 | $68.87 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Wilmington, NC | $103,000 |
| Durham, NC | $99,560 |
| Asheville, NC | $99,160 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $89,770 |
| Raleigh, NC | $87,220 |
| Charlotte, NC | $86,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 13. Nevada | $99,890 |
| 14. Oregon | $98,110 |
| 15. Illinois | $96,950 |
| 16. North Carolina | $95,260 |
| 17. Florida | $95,140 |
| 18. Delaware | $93,640 |
| 19. Louisiana | $91,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $45.80 ($95,260 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $95,260 against $101,900 nationally, 7% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for geoscientist pay?
North Carolina ranks 16 of 50 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays geoscientists the most?
Wilmington, NC, with a median of $103,000 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.