How much does a geoscientist make in North Dakota?
$84,070a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in North Dakota. That is $40.42 an hour or $7,006 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.42
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,300Median: $84,070Highest 10%: $132,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,300 | $29.95 | |
| 25th | $63,560 | $30.56 | |
| Median | $84,070 | $40.42 | |
| 75th | $105,200 | $50.58 | |
| 90th | $132,100 | $63.50 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 30. Nebraska | $85,550 |
| 31. Arizona | $85,190 |
| 32. Pennsylvania | $84,180 |
| 33. North Dakota | $84,070 |
| 34. Missouri | $83,390 |
| 35. Ohio | $81,220 |
| 36. Michigan | $80,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $40.42 ($84,070 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $84,070 against $101,900 nationally, 18% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for geoscientist pay?
North Dakota ranks 33 of 50 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.