How much does a geoscientist make in Utah?
$89,990a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Utah. That is $43.26 an hour or $7,499 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.26
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,850Median: $89,990Highest 10%: $132,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,850 | $33.10 | |
| 25th | $81,010 | $38.95 | |
| Median | $89,990 | $43.26 | |
| 75th | $110,700 | $53.20 | |
| 90th | $132,800 | $63.82 |
Cities in Utah
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salt Lake City, UT | $93,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 18. Delaware | $93,640 |
| 19. Louisiana | $91,560 |
| 20. Idaho | $91,170 |
| 21. Utah | $89,990 |
| 22. Alabama | $88,610 |
| 23. New Mexico | $88,530 |
| 24. New Jersey | $88,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Utah?
The median hourly pay in Utah is $43.26 ($89,990 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Utah than the national average?
No: $89,990 against $101,900 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Utah rank for geoscientist pay?
Utah ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Utah pays geoscientists the most?
Salt Lake City-Murray, UT, with a median of $93,030 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.