As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Geological Engineer in Ada, MN is $71,461, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,374 weekly, or $5,955 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Geological Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Geological Engineer in Ada, MN vary widely, spanning from $58,081 to $85,264. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,457) and 75th percentile ($78,686), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,264 per year. This $14,229 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or Laboratory Testing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ada Geological Engineer often earn 7.4% lower 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
Geological Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $58,081 Ada, MN March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $64,457 Ada, MN March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $71,461 Ada, MN March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $78,686 Ada, MN March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $85,264 Ada, MN March 01, 2026
25% $64,457 10% $58,081 90% $85,264 75% $78,686 $71,461 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Geological Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Ada, Minnesota    Ada (/ˈeɪdə/ AY-də) is a city in Norman County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,707 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat. Minneso....More

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