As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Geological Engineer in Fargo, ND is $72,594, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,396 weekly, or $6,050 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 Fargo, ND vary widely, spanning from $59,137 to $86,565. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,550) and 75th percentile ($79,907), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,565 per year. This $14,357 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, Fargo Geological Engineer often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Fargo currently ranks 518 statewide for Geological Engineer job salary. 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 $59,137 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $65,550 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $72,594 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $79,907 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $86,565 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
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    Geological Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Fargo, North Dakota    Fargo is a core city of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, which also includes Moorhead, West Fargo, and Dilworth as well as outlying communities. ....More

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