How much does a geoscientist make in Washington?
$105,000a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Washington. That is $50.49 an hour or $8,752 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.49
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,890Median: $105,000Highest 10%: $171,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,890 | $36.49 | |
| 25th | $83,450 | $40.12 | |
| Median | $105,000 | $50.49 | |
| 75th | $136,500 | $65.61 | |
| 90th | $171,700 | $82.54 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $107,800 |
| Portland, OR | $105,000 |
| Kennewick, WA | $97,770 |
| Spokane, WA | $81,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 8. Alaska | $107,400 |
| 9. California | $106,500 |
| 10. Hawaii | $106,300 |
| 11. Washington | $105,000 |
| 12. New Hampshire | $101,200 |
| 13. Nevada | $99,890 |
| 14. Oregon | $98,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $50.49 ($105,000 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $105,000 against $101,900 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Washington rank for geoscientist pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays geoscientists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $107,800 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.