Hourly Wage for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV?

As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV in the United States is $56, which translates to an annual salary of about $116,400.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60 per hour
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53 to $58 per hour
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50 per hour

10% $50

50% (Median) $56

90% $60

Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,800	$10,067	$2,323	$58
Average	$116,400	$9,700	$2,238	$56
25th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salaries

A Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Geographic Information Systems Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

GIS Data/Insights Analyst, Intermediate (2-4 years): $76,988
Geographic Information Systems Analyst III (4-7 years): $90,519
Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV (7+ years): $116,334
Geographic Information Systems Analyst V (7-10 years): $132,708
Geographic Information Systems Manager (10+ years): $123,228

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
GIS Data/Insights Analyst, Intermediate	2-4 years	$76,988
Geographic Information Systems Analyst III	4-7 years	$90,519
Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV	7+ years	$116,334
Geographic Information Systems Analyst V	7-10 years	$132,708
Geographic Information Systems Manager	10+ years	$123,228

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How Do Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Geographic Information Systems Analyst IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,900.
California: $128,400.
Massachusetts: $126,700.

District of Columbia $128,900 California $128,400 Massachusetts $126,700 Washington $126,200 New Jersey $126,100 Alaska $126,000 Connecticut $124,400 New York $123,700

Hawaii $121,600 Rhode Island $120,700 Maryland $120,000 Minnesota $119,100 Colorado $118,700 Illinois $118,600 Oregon $118,200 Delaware $117,900

New Hampshire $117,700 Virginia $117,200 Pennsylvania $115,900 Nevada $115,200 North Dakota $115,000 Michigan $114,600 Wisconsin $114,500 Vermont $114,200

Maine $113,500 Texas $113,500 Arizona $113,400 Ohio $113,300 Georgia $112,300 Indiana $111,700 Wyoming $111,600 Utah $111,500

Iowa $111,400 Kansas $110,800 Louisiana $110,700 Missouri $110,600 North Carolina $110,600 Florida $110,100 Montana $109,900 Nebraska $109,600

Kentucky $109,500 South Carolina $109,100 Tennessee $108,800 Idaho $108,600 New Mexico $107,800 Oklahoma $107,600 Alabama $106,900 South Dakota $105,800

Arkansas $105,100 West Virginia $104,800 Mississippi $103,800

Top Paying Cities for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IVs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

San Jose: $146,800
San Francisco: $145,200
Oakland: $142,100

San Jose, CA $146,800

San Francisco, CA $145,200

Oakland, CA $142,100

New York, NY $134,000

Paramus, NJ $132,400

Queens Village, NY $132,400

Passaic, NJ $132,300

Bergenfield, NJ $132,200

Stamford, CT $132,000

Huntington, NY $131,900

Newark, NJ $131,100

Bridgeport, CT $130,800

Vallejo, CA $130,600

New Brunswick, NJ $130,600

Petaluma, CA $130,500

Middlesex, NJ $130,300

Somerset, NJ $130,200

Santa Cruz, CA $130,000

Boston, MA $129,300

Monterey, CA $128,900

Seattle, WA $128,600

Santa Rosa, CA $128,600

Los Angeles, CA $128,600

Juneau, AK $128,300

Washington, DC $128,200

Orange, CA $127,700

Santa Ana, CA $127,400

Long Beach, CA $127,300

Anaheim, CA $127,300

Anchorage, AK $127,200

Santa Maria, CA $126,900

Everett, WA $126,900

Danbury, CT $126,500

Bremerton, WA $126,300

Tacoma, WA $125,900

New Suffolk, NY $125,900

Sacramento, CA $125,800

Santa Barbara, CA $125,700

Trenton, NJ $125,600

San Diego, CA $125,600

Brockton, MA $125,500

Fairbanks, AK $125,200

Lompoc, CA $124,900

Lowell, MA $124,800

Ventura, CA $124,800

Nashua, NH $124,700

Stockton, CA $124,700

Modesto, CA $123,900

Poughkeepsie, NY $123,600

New Haven, CT $123,400

Olympia, WA $123,400

Kennewick, WA $123,400

Lawrence, MA $122,900

Hartford, CT $122,800

Riverside, CA $122,800

New Bedford, MA $122,700

Richland, WA $122,700

Atlantic City, NJ $122,500

New Britain, CT $122,500

San Bernardino, CA $122,500

Bakersfield, CA $122,500

New London, CT $122,400

Norwich, CT $122,400

Portsmouth, NH $122,400

Boulder, CO $122,100

Portland, OR $121,900

Worcester, MA $121,900

Minneapolis, MN $121,600

Philadelphia, PA $121,400

Honolulu, HI $121,000

Saint Paul, MN $121,000

Vineland, NJ $120,900

Providence, RI $120,600

Chicago, IL $120,300

Bellingham, WA $120,100

Springfield, MA $120,000

Baltimore, MD $120,000

Chico, CA $119,700

Pittsfield, MA $119,400

Manchester, NH $119,200

Spokane, WA $118,700

Denver, CO $118,700

Albany, NY $118,100

Troy, NY $118,100

Nassau, NY $117,900

Schenectady, NY $117,800

Wilmington, DE $117,700

Burlington, VT $117,600

Salem, OR $117,500

Portland, ME $117,200

Yakima, WA $117,000

Rochester, MN $116,700

Reno, NV $116,600

Fresno, CA $116,600

Milwaukee, WI $116,500

Ann Arbor, MI $116,400

Allentown, PA $116,400

Detroit, MI $116,400

Colorado Springs, CO $116,200

Syracuse, NY $116,100

Carson City, NV $116,100

Houston, TX $115,900

Eugene, OR $115,900

Gary, IN $115,700

Springfield, OR $115,700

Bismarck, ND $115,600

Galveston, TX $115,500

Medford, OR $115,400

Fort Collins, CO $115,300

Concord, NH $115,300

Austin, TX $115,200

Mesa, AZ $115,000

Reading, PA $115,000

Phoenix, AZ $115,000

Dallas, TX $114,900

Saint Cloud, MN $114,800

Madison, WI $114,700

Utica, NY $114,300

Rochester, NY $114,200

Des Moines, IA $114,200

Raleigh, NC $114,100

Atlanta, GA $114,000

Battle Creek, MI $113,900

Salt Lake City, UT $113,900

Lancaster, PA $113,700

Harrisburg, PA $113,600

Boca Raton, FL $113,400

Columbus, OH $113,400

Fort Worth, TX $113,400

Kansas City, MO $113,400

Kansas City, KS $113,400

Champaign, IL $113,400

Pittsburgh, PA $113,300

Richmond, VA $113,300

Indianapolis, IN $113,200

Cleveland, OH $113,200

Cincinnati, OH $113,100

Las Vegas, NV $113,100

Petersburg, VA $112,900

Huntsville, AL $112,700

Lansing, MI $112,700

Lebanon, PA $112,600

Pueblo, CO $112,600

Appleton, WI $112,600

Buffalo, NY $112,600

Racine, WI $112,500

Dayton, OH $112,500

Charlotte, NC $112,500

Saint Louis, MO $112,500

York, PA $112,400

Elkhart, IN $112,400

Gastonia, NC $112,400

Lorain, OH $112,300

Benton Harbor, MI $112,300

Billings, MT $112,300

Beaumont, TX $112,300

Binghamton, NY $112,200

Rock Hill, SC $112,200

Toledo, OH $112,200

Rockford, IL $112,100

Springfield, IL $112,100

Elyria, OH $112,000

Fargo, ND $112,000

Flagstaff, AZ $112,000

Fort Lauderdale, FL $111,900

Duluth, MN $111,800

Miami, FL $111,800

Cheyenne, WY $111,700

Grand Forks, ND $111,700

Bangor, ME $111,500

Cedar Rapids, IA $111,400

Durham, NC $111,300

Louisville, KY $111,300

Grand Rapids, MI $111,300

Hialeah, FL $111,300

Casper, WY $111,100

Scranton, PA $111,000

Akron, OH $110,900

New Orleans, LA $110,900

Virginia Beach, VA $110,900

Peoria, IL $110,700

Sarasota, FL $110,700

Nashville, TN $110,600

Omaha, NE $110,600

Green Bay, WI $110,600

Davenport, IA $110,500

Baton Rouge, LA $110,500

Charleston, SC $110,500

Jamestown, NY $110,500

Tucson, AZ $110,400

Saint Petersburg, FL $110,300

Tampa, FL $110,300

Evansville, IN $110,200

Port Arthur, TX $110,200

Bradenton, FL $110,200

Santa Fe, NM $110,000

Orlando, FL $109,800

Clearwater, FL $109,700

La Crosse, WI $109,500

Canton, OH $109,500

Albuquerque, NM $109,400

Newport News, VA $109,400

High Point, NC $109,400

Ogden, UT $109,300

Corpus Christi, TX $109,200

Norfolk, VA $109,200

Laramie, WY $109,200

Jacksonville, FL $109,100

Rock Island, IL $109,100

Saginaw, MI $109,100

Salisbury, NC $109,000

Boise, ID $109,000

Moline, IL $109,000

Fort Myers, FL $108,900

Memphis, TN $108,900

Tulsa, OK $108,800

Waterloo, IA $108,800

Spartanburg, SC $108,700

Lincoln, NE $108,600

Fort Wayne, IN $108,600

Provo, UT $108,600

Cedar Falls, IA $108,400

San Antonio, TX $108,400

Greensboro, NC $108,300

South Bend, IN $108,300

Savannah, GA $108,200

Winston Salem, NC $108,100

Birmingham, AL $108,100

Muskegon, MI $108,100

Lake Charles, LA $107,800

Anderson, IN $107,800

Lexington, KY $107,700

Augusta, GA $107,700

Greenville, SC $107,700

Lima, OH $107,600

Wichita, KS $107,600

Tuscaloosa, AL $107,600

Springfield, OH $107,500

Columbia, SC $107,500

Asheville, NC $107,300

Bloomington, IN $107,200

Knoxville, TN $106,800

Shreveport, LA $106,800

Wilmington, NC $106,600

Roanoke, VA $106,600

Topeka, KS $106,400

Frankfort, KY $106,400

Melbourne, FL $106,300

Longview, TX $106,300

Chillicothe, OH $106,300

Oklahoma City, OK $106,300

Sioux Falls, SD $106,100

Mobile, AL $106,100

Terre Haute, IN $106,000

Altoona, PA $105,900

Amarillo, TX $105,900

Killeen, TX $105,800

Chattanooga, TN $105,700

Fayetteville, AR $105,700

Sioux City, IA $105,600

Idaho Falls, ID $105,600

Lynchburg, VA $105,500

Gainesville, FL $105,300

Portsmouth, OH $105,300

Little Rock, AR $105,200

Lafayette, LA $105,200

Youngstown, OH $105,200

Temple, TX $105,100

Pensacola, FL $105,100

Daytona Beach, FL $105,100

Clarksville, TN $105,100

Hopkinsville, KY $104,800

Erie, PA $104,700

Florence, SC $104,700

Charleston, WV $104,500

Great Falls, MT $104,400

Tallahassee, FL $104,300

Macon, GA $104,300

Fayetteville, NC $104,200

Waco, TX $104,200

Helena, MT $104,100

Pine Bluff, AR $104,100

Vincennes, IN $103,900

Lubbock, TX $103,900

Alamogordo, NM $103,800

Rapid City, SD $103,700

Twin Falls, ID $103,700

Jackson, MS $103,500

Huntington, WV $103,500

Greenville, MS $103,500

Parkersburg, WV $103,400

Montgomery, AL $103,300

Biloxi, MS $103,200

Wichita Falls, TX $103,200

Springfield, MO $103,200

Johnstown, PA $103,000

Monroe, LA $103,000

Sumter, SC $102,900

Columbus, GA $102,900

Pascagoula, MS $102,700

Abilene, TX $102,700

Kingsport, TN $102,400

Albany, GA $102,400

Gulfport, MS $102,300

Alexandria, LA $102,000

Fort Smith, AR $101,700

El Paso, TX $101,400

Las Cruces, NM $100,800

Harlingen, TX $100,500

Pocatello, ID $100,500

Florence, AL $100,400

Brownsville, TX $100,300

Mcallen, TX $100,100

Dothan, AL $99,900

Columbus, MS $99,200

Altus, OK $98,700

Lawton, OK $98,500

Pierre, SD $98,100

What Skills Can Increase a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Analysis (Mentioned in 16% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
CAD (Mentioned in 2.43% Job Postings): Computer-aided design is the use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimization of a design. This software is used to increase the productivity of the designer
Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Analysis	16%
CAD	2.43%
Microsoft Office	1.78%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's salary.

Organizing: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
Resource Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Organizing	$137,352	18%
Time Management	$137,352	18%
Resource Management	$132,696	14%

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Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $130,082. While startup companies pay approximate $110,036.

Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$110,036
Growth Stage	51~500	$116,374
Established	501~5000	$125,611
Enterprise	5000+	$130,082

Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Geographic Information Systems Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$145,500	$70.0	25%
Software & Networking	$145,500	$70.0	25%
Internet	$139,680	$67.0	20%
Biotechnology	$133,860	$64.0	15%
Insurance	$133,860	$64.0	15%

How Education impacts a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Geographic Information Systems Analyst IVs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV with a Bachelor's Degree is between $104,442 and $111,809).

Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salaries by Degree Level

$113,400
$112,100
$110,900
$109,600
$108,300
$107,000
$105,800
$104,500

Typical Education for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	2.1%
High School	2.1%
Associates	6.3%
Bachelors	50.5%
Masters	37.9%
Doctorate	3.2%

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Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$109,800

Average $116,400/year

$120,800

$9,150

Average $9,700/month

$10,067

$2,112

Average $2,238/week

$2,323

$53

Average $56/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,800	$10,067	$2,323	$58
Average	$116,400	$9,700	$2,238	$56
25th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53

Salary Trends for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV

Salaries for a Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $116,264 in 2023 to around $114,173 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV salary trends, .

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2024	$115,847
2025	$114,173
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Most common benefits for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV

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Common company salaries for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV

Here are companies hiring for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Geographic Information Systems Analyst IV roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

2. What state has the most GIS jobs?

In the United States, California, Texas, and Virginia had the highest number of job postings for GIS Analysts. The salary range for this role typically falls between $98,000 and $126,000, with a median salary of around $111,000, reflecting the demand and value of GIS professionals in these states.

3. Is information systems a high paying job?

Yes, Geographic Information Systems Analysts can earn a competitive salary. Based on current data, the salary range for this role is between $98,000 and $126,000 annually, with a median salary of $111,000. This indicates that it is indeed a high-paying job within the information systems field.

4. How can I make the most money in GIS?

To maximize your earnings in GIS, focus on acquiring specialized skills in data analysis, programming (Python, SQL), and machine learning. Networking within the GIS community, staying updated on industry trends, and gaining practical experience through projects can significantly enhance your value. Salaries for GIS Analysts range from $98,000 to $126,000, with a median of $111,000.

5. What is the highest salary for GIS specialist?

The highest salary for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst can reach up to $126,000 per year, with a minimum salary of $98,000 and a mid-range salary of $111,000. While some cities report lower averages, the potential for higher earnings exists within the field.

6. How much do information analysts make in the US?

In the US, Geographic Information Systems Analysts earn between $98,000 and $126,000 annually, with a median salary of $111,000. This places them in a higher salary range compared to general information analysts, whose average salary is around $78,322.

7. Is GIS a high paying field?

Yes, GIS is considered a high-paying field. Salaries for Geographic Information Systems Analysts typically range from $98,000 to $126,000, with a median salary of around $111,000. This places GIS professionals well above the average salary range for many other fields, highlighting its lucrative potential.

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