How much does a geoscientist make in Syracuse?
$78,680a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $37.83 an hour or $6,557 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.83
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 84 of 105
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,070Median: $78,680Highest 10%: $120,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,070 | $30.32 | |
| 25th | $66,260 | $31.86 | |
| Median | $78,680 | $37.83 | |
| 75th | $102,800 | $49.43 | |
| 90th | $120,000 | $57.71 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for geoscientists.
| New York, NY | $90,810 |
| Albany, NY | $86,870 |
| Buffalo, NY | $81,710 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Medical Scientist | $138,900 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $106,400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $95,180 |
| School Psychologist | $86,130 |
| Chemist | $82,410 |
| Biological Scientist | $82,190 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $78,240 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $77,450 |
| Chemical Technician | $65,060 |
| Biological Technician | $63,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $37.83 ($78,680 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Syracuse than the national average?
No: $78,680 against $101,900 nationally, 23% less.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $86,410, so Syracuse pays 9% less.
Where does Syracuse rank for geoscientist pay?
84 of 105 metro areas with data.
How much does a geoscientist make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $120,000 or more.
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.