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How Much Does a Research Geologist Make in Kentucky?

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$104,907/yr

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Low $90,973

Average $104,907

High $114,991

The average salary for Research Geologist is $104,907 per year in Kentucky.

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Geologist I

$48,214

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$78,796

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$94,566

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Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
GAI Consultants Inc Project Geologist	$69,511/yr	$61,363 $77,659 RANGE: $61,363 - $77,659
Commonwealth of Kentucky Geologist I	$50,103/yr	$45,212 $54,994 RANGE: $45,212 - $54,994
University of Kentucky Geologist I	$50,980/yr	$46,004 $55,957 RANGE: $46,004 - $55,957
Kentucky Department Of Corrections Geologist I	$50,103/yr	$45,212 $54,994 RANGE: $45,212 - $54,994
Jacobs Geologist/Hydrologist/Hydrogeologist - FRNP	$71,971/yr	$58,812 $85,131 RANGE: $58,812 - $85,131
Level - Tetra Tech Careers Geologist Entry to Mid-Level	$55,810/yr	$47,997 $63,622 RANGE: $47,997 - $63,622
Tetra Tech Geologist Entry to Mid-Level	$76,667/yr	$65,761 $87,573 RANGE: $65,761 - $87,573
WSP USA Early Career Environmental Scientist / Geologist	$66,910/yr	$57,545 $76,274 RANGE: $57,545 - $76,274
University of Kentucky Research Associate	$76,489/yr	$65,142 $87,835 RANGE: $65,142 - $87,835
Demeetra Agbio Inc. Research Associate	$64,586/yr	$57,153 $72,020 RANGE: $57,153 - $72,020

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Research Assistant II

Louisville, KY

$59,311 - $76,143

14 Days Ago

Field Research Assistant

Data entry specialist

Owensboro, KY

$36,622 - $48,501

24 Days Ago

Data entry specialist

Lexington, KY

$31,213 - $39,520

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Data entry specialist

Geologist/Hydrologist/Hydrogeologist - FRNP

Kevil, KY

$58,812 - $85,131

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Geologist Entry to Mid-Level

Lexington, KY

$47,997 - $63,622

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Geologist Entry to Mid-Level

Lexington, KY

$65,761 - $87,573

1 Month Ago

Early Career Environmental Scientist / Geologist

Manufacturing Manager - Medical Device

Louisville, KY

$106,000 - $140,231

2 Days Ago

Arts Program Coordinator

Clermont, KY

$57,316 - $77,955

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SIU Investigator (Part-Time)

Louisville, KY

$53,986 - $70,011

1 Month Ago

SIU Investigator (Part-Time)

London, KY

$52,066 - $67,521

1 Month Ago

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Research Geologist Jobs in Kentucky

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Research Geologist can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Research Geologist job salaries in Kentucky. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Research Geologist jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Research Geologist positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Research Geologist salary is higher than other cities in Kentucky. Covington takes first place in this list, followed by Louisville, Owensboro. The Research Geologist salary is $109,032 in Covington, which is lower than the national average. There is 0 city's Research Geologist salary higher than national average in Kentucky.

The average salary for a Research Geologist in Kentucky is $104,907, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Research Geologist jobs is Covington, KY, and it is higher than Louisville. Research Geologist jobs in Covington can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in Kentucky.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Covington	$109,032	$9,086	$2,097	$52
Louisville	$106,579	$8,882	$2,050	$51
Owensboro	$105,018	$8,752	$2,020	$50
Lexington	$103,680	$8,640	$1,994	$50
Richmond	$102,677	$8,556	$1,975	$49
Frankfort	$101,897	$8,491	$1,960	$49
Bowling Green	$101,228	$8,436	$1,947	$49
Hopkinsville	$100,336	$8,361	$1,930	$48

What Does a Research Geologist Do?

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Research Geologist Salaries

What is the average of a Research Geologist in Kentucky?

The Research Geologist salary range is from $90,973 to $114,991, and the average Research Geologist salary is $104,907/year in Kentucky. The Research Geologist's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Research Geologist salary in the United States?

The Research Geologist salary in San Jose, CA is $139,913 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Research Geologist's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Research Geologist.

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