Adjunct Instructor, Geology Salary in the United States

How much does an Adjunct Instructor, Geology make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Instructor, Geology in the United States is $65,560 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Adjunct Instructor, Geology's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,125
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,350 to $74,754
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,875
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Adjunct Instructor, Geology Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $74,754 $6,230 $1,438 $36
Average $65,560 $5,463 $1,261 $32
25th Percentile $57,350 $4,779 $1,103 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Instructor, Geology Salaries

An Adjunct Instructor, Geology'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 Do Adjunct Instructor, Geology 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 Adjunct Instructor, Geologies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $72,588.
  • California: $72,313.
  • Massachusetts: $71,349.

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Instructor, Geologies

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: $82,691
  • San Francisco: $81,878
  • Oakland: $80,062

What Skills Can Increase an Adjunct Instructor, Geology's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
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 an Adjunct Instructor, Geology's salary.
  • Pediatric: Can increase your salary by up to 47%.
  • Safety Training: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Pediatric
$96,373
47%
Safety Training
$71,461
9%
Analysis
$70,805
8%
LMS
$68,183
4%
Physiology
$68,183
4%
Computer Science
$68,183
4%
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How Education impacts an Adjunct Instructor, Geology's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Adjunct Instructor, Geologies 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 an Adjunct Instructor, Geology with a Bachelor's Degree is between $53,681 and $58,408).

Adjunct Instructor, Geology Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Adjunct Instructor, Geology
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 44.4%
High School 55.6%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 44.4%
Masters 55.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Adjunct Instructor, Geology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Instructor, Geology'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Adjunct Instructor, Geology

Salaries for an Adjunct Instructor, Geology can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,688 in 2023 to around $53,789 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Adjunct Instructor, Geology salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Adjunct Instructor, Geology Over Time

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$55,688
2024
$54,976
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2024 $54,976
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Most common benefits for Adjunct Instructor, Geology

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