Geologist Salary in the United States

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How much does a Geologist make in the United States? The average Geologist salary in the United States is $67,634 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $60,055 and $86,432. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Project Geologist

Atlas - San Luis Obispo , CA

We are seeking a Project Geologist (Environmental Geologist 2) to join our San Ramon, CA team! Previous Engineer or Environmental Scientist experience welcomed. Come join us! The ideal candidate will ...

LinkedIn - 6 days ago

Entry to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist or Geologist

Groundwater and Environmental Svcs. - Phoenix , AZ

Entry to Mid-Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) , an industry leader with a reputation for excellence in providing environmental consulting ...

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Field Geologist

Bhate Environmental Associates, Inc. - Niceville , FL

Field Geologist Reports to: Environmental Remediation Sr. Site Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Bhate Environmental Associates has an opportunity available for a full-time Staff Geologist in our Niceville ...

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Geologist

TRS Staffing Solutions - Irvine , CA

Mid-Senior Level Geologist/ Hydrogeologist We currently seek a Mid to Senior Level Geologist/ Hydrogeologist on a direct hire basis within our client's team of industry leaders in the environmental ...

LinkedIn - 10 days ago

Staff Geologist

Orla Mining - Elko , NV

The staff geologist is responsible for collecting field and drillhole data, validating and processing the data, and making geological interpretation to guide future work on the project. The Staff ...

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Project Geologist

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC - Kennesaw , GA

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Project Geologist for our Kennesaw, GA office. Primary responsibilities will include: day--to-day execution of project assignments and consultation to our Clients ...

LinkedIn - 10 days ago

What does a Geologist do?

Geologist in Fresno, CA

Determine required scope and level of effort of project work, including the degree of completeness and precision to which project elements should be addressed.

April 25, 2023

Geologist in Pasadena, CA

Works with engineers and planners on environmental assessments and construction monitoring.

May 02, 2023

Geologist in Rapid City, SD

Interviews will be by appointment only.

April 30, 2023

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Geologist in the United States. The base salary for Geologist ranges from $60,055 to $86,432 with the average base salary of $67,634. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,065 to $94,305 with the average total cash compensation of $68,281.

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