As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Geological Engineer in Akin, IL is $70,972, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,365 weekly, or $5,914 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 Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $57,817 to $84,631. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,086) and 75th percentile ($78,122), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,631 per year. This $14,036 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, Akin Geological Engineer often earn 7.7% 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 $57,817 Akin, IL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $64,086 Akin, IL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $70,972 Akin, IL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $78,122 Akin, IL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $84,631 Akin, IL April 01, 2026
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    Geological Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

Akin, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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