As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Geological Engineer in Fresno, CA is $75,557, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,453 weekly, or $6,296 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 Fresno, CA vary widely, spanning from $61,552 to $90,099. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,226) and 75th percentile ($83,169), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,099 per year. This $14,943 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, Fresno Geological Engineer often earn 9.2% higher than national averages. However, Fresno currently ranks 336 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 $61,552 Fresno, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $68,226 Fresno, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $75,557 Fresno, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $83,169 Fresno, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $90,099 Fresno, CA April 01, 2026
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    Geological Engineer

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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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