What are the main factors that influence a Geotechnical Engineering's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Geotechnical Engineering's salary?

A Geotechnical Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Geotechnical Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,544, a Geotechnical Engineering (2-4 years)earns $90,051, a Geotechnical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,568, a Geotechnical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,802,

What are the highest paying states for a Geotechnical Engineering?

Geotechnical Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Geotechnical Engineering roles are District of Columbia $92,927, California $92,574, Massachusetts $91,341. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Geotechnical Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Geotechnical Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Senior Geotechnical Engineer: $110,500; Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer: $86,100; Geotechnical Engineer: $76,115; Geotechnical EIT: $74,396; Entry Geotechnical Engineer: $74,100.

Geotechnical Engineering Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Geotechnical Engineering make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Geotechnical Engineering in Hawaii is $87,723 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Geotechnical Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,203
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,549 to $96,349
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,375

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Geotechnical Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,349	$8,029	$1,853	$46
Average	$87,723	$7,310	$1,687	$42
25th Percentile	$76,549	$6,379	$1,472	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Geotechnical Engineering Salaries

A Geotechnical Engineering'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Geotechnical Engineering 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 Geotechnical Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,927.
California: $92,574.
Massachusetts: $91,341.

District of Columbia $92,927 California $92,574 Massachusetts $91,341 Washington $91,005 New Jersey $90,971 Alaska $90,854 Connecticut $89,696 New York $89,226

Hawaii $87,723 Rhode Island $87,018 Maryland $86,540 Minnesota $85,885 Colorado $85,633 Illinois $85,550 Oregon $85,231 Delaware $84,996

New Hampshire $84,848 Virginia $84,517 Pennsylvania $83,552 Nevada $83,065 North Dakota $82,906 Michigan $82,654 Wisconsin $82,562 Vermont $82,377

Texas $81,865 Maine $81,831 Arizona $81,781 Ohio $81,722 Georgia $80,950 Indiana $80,564 Wyoming $80,489 Utah $80,371

Iowa $80,321 Kansas $79,918 Louisiana $79,800 North Carolina $79,758 Missouri $79,742 Florida $79,414 Montana $79,238 Nebraska $79,070

Kentucky $78,978 South Carolina $78,642 Tennessee $78,432 Idaho $78,348 New Mexico $77,736 Oklahoma $77,601 Alabama $77,106 South Dakota $76,275

Arkansas $75,822 West Virginia $75,579 Mississippi $74,849

Top Paying Cities for Geotechnical Engineerings

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:

Aiea: $87,248
Anahola: $86,104
Captain Cook: $86,018

Aiea, HI $87,248 Anahola, HI $86,104 Captain Cook, HI $86,018 Eleele, HI $86,279 Ewa Beach, HI $87,171 Kapolei, HI $87,101 Haiku, HI $86,168 Hakalau, HI $85,975

Haleiwa, HI $86,934 Hana, HI $85,962 Hanalei, HI $85,992 Hanamaulu, HI $86,166 Hanapepe, HI $86,275 Hauula, HI $87,066 Hawaii National Park, HI $86,075 Hawi, HI $86,218

Hilo, HI $86,158 Princeville, HI $86,149 Holualoa, HI $86,052 Honaunau, HI $85,904 Honokaa, HI $86,015 Honomu, HI $86,150 Hoolehua, HI $85,904 Kaaawa, HI $87,095

Kahuku, HI $86,908 Kahului, HI $86,367 Kailua, HI $87,221 Ocean View, HI $86,124 Waikoloa, HI $86,115 Keauhou, HI $86,052 Kailua Kona, HI $86,156 Kalaheo, HI $86,176

Kalaupapa, HI $85,825 Kamuela, HI $86,058 Kaneohe, HI $87,202 Kapaa, HI $86,270 Kaumakani, HI $86,316 Kaunakakai, HI $86,006 Keaau, HI $86,217 Kealakekua, HI $86,171

Kealia, HI $86,201 Kekaha, HI $86,114 Kihei, HI $86,279 Kilauea, HI $86,150 Kapaau, HI $86,085 Koloa, HI $86,188 Kualapuu, HI $85,981 Kunia, HI $87,074

Kurtistown, HI $86,173 Lahaina, HI $86,190 Laie, HI $86,985 Lanai City, HI $85,981 Laupahoehoe, HI $86,197 Lawai, HI $86,316 Lihue, HI $86,166 Makawao, HI $86,234

Makaweli, HI $85,976 Maunaloa, HI $85,774 Mountain View, HI $86,128 Naalehu, HI $85,954 Ninole, HI $85,896 Ookala, HI $85,924 Paauilo, HI $86,029 Pahala, HI $85,978

Pahoa, HI $86,092 Paia, HI $86,194 Papaaloa, HI $86,209 Papaikou, HI $86,030 Pearl City, HI $87,185 Pepeekeo, HI $86,197 Puunene, HI $86,367 Volcano, HI $86,075

Wahiawa, HI $87,036 Pukalani, HI $86,234 Mililani, HI $87,141 Kula, HI $86,056 Waialua, HI $86,887 Waianae, HI $86,967 Wailuku, HI $86,233 Waimanalo, HI $87,204

Waimea, HI $86,308 Waipahu, HI $87,148 Honolulu, HI $87,278 J B P H H, HI $87,263 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $87,083 Schofield Barracks, HI $87,058 Fort Shafter, HI $87,278 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $87,278

Camp H M Smith, HI $87,259 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $87,174 Wake Island, HI $87,278

Geotechnical Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Geotechnical Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Geotechnical Engineering positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Geotechnical Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Geotechnical Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$105,268	$51.0	20%
Construction	$96,496	$46.0	10%

Geotechnical Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Geotechnical Engineering'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$76,549

Average $87,723/year

$96,349

$6,379

Average $7,310/month

$8,029

$1,472

Average $1,687/week

$1,853

$37

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,349	$8,029	$1,853	$46
Average	$87,723	$7,310	$1,687	$42
25th Percentile	$76,549	$6,379	$1,472	$37

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