As of January 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Geophysicist II in the United States is $106,341. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $93,753 to $134,154, with most professionals earning between $82,292 and $159,476.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $134,154 | $11,180 | $2,580 | $64 |
| Average | $106,341 | $8,862 | $2,045 | $51 |
| 25th Percentile | $93,753 | $7,813 | $1,803 | $45 |
An entry-level Geophysicist II with less than 1 year of experience earns about $101,607. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $101,981. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $107,780. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $119,332, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $120,157.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Geophysicist II | $101,607 |
| Intermediate Level Geophysicist II | $101,981 |
| Senior Level Geophysicist II | $107,780 |
| Specialist Level Geophysicist II | $119,332 |
| Expert Level Geophysicist II | $120,157 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 12% |
| Experienced | 13% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of January 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Geophysicist II compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $94,989 in 2023 to approximately $89,752 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Geophysicist II salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $106,341 | 65.7% | ||
| Bonus | $10,837 | 6.7% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $8,964 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,687 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,172 | 0.7% | ||
| Healthcare | $7,986 | 4.9% | ||
| Pension | $7,499 | 4.6% | ||
| Time Off | $14,422 | 8.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $161,910 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 28.6% |
| Masters | 33.3% |
| Doctorate | 38.1% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Geophysicist II is $106,341. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Geophysicist II is $51; the average weekly pay of Geophysicist II is $2,045; the average monthly pay of Geophysicist II is $8,862.
A Geophysicist II's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Geophysicist II earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Geophysicist II is $133,459.
The highest pay for Geophysicist II is $159,476.
The lowest pay for Geophysicist II is $82,292.
Geophysicist II applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Being a Geophysicist II requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks. Additionally, Geophysicist II typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geophysicist II typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
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