As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Geological Engineer in Sun Valley, NV is $75,563, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,453 weekly, or $6,297 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Geological Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Geological Engineer in Sun Valley, NV vary widely, spanning from $61,607 to $90,111. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,258) and 75th percentile ($83,178), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,111 per year. This $14,920 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, Sun Valley Geological Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Sun Valley currently ranks 335 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 $61,607 Sun Valley, NV May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $68,258 Sun Valley, NV May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $75,563 Sun Valley, NV May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $83,178 Sun Valley, NV May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Geological Engineer Salary $90,111 Sun Valley, NV May 01, 2026
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About Sun Valley, Nevada    Sun Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. The population was 19,299 at the 2010 census. It is north of Re....More

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