As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Meteorologist in Adelanto, CA is $143,113, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,752 weekly, or $11,926 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Meteorologist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Meteorologist in Adelanto, CA vary widely, spanning from $113,546 to $168,473. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,636) and 75th percentile ($156,387), while top earners (90th percentile) make $168,473 per year. This $28,751 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Assembler, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Adelanto Chief Meteorologist often earn 5.5% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Meteorologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $113,546 Adelanto, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $127,636 Adelanto, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $143,113 Adelanto, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $156,387 Adelanto, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $168,473 Adelanto, CA September 01, 2026
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About Adelanto, California    Adelanto is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is approximately 9 miles (14 km) northwest of Victorville in the Victor Va....More

Adelanto, California  area prices were up 3.0% from a year ago

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