Oceanographer Salary in Abingdon, Virginia

Oceanographer Salary in Abingdon, VA

How much does an Oceanographer make in Abingdon, VA? The average Oceanographer salary in Abingdon, VA is $67,085 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $63,070 and $78,389. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $59,414 Abingdon,VA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $63,070 Abingdon,VA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $67,085 Abingdon,VA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $78,389 Abingdon,VA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $88,680 Abingdon,VA March 26, 2024
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What is an Oceanographer ?

Oceanography (compound of the Greek words ὠκεανός meaning "ocean" and γράφω meaning "write"), also known as oceanology, is the study of the physical and biological aspects of the ocean. It is an important Earth science, which covers a wide range of topics, including ecosystem dynamics; ocean currents, waves, and geophysical fluid dynamics; plate tectonics and the geology of the sea floor; and fluxes of various chemical substances and physical properties within the ocean and across its boundaries. These diverse topics reflect multiple disciplines that oceanographers blend to further knowledge o...

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  • IC-CAP - Quantico, VA
    This is a future position that may come open but is not open at the present moment. We are willing to prescreen personnel for these positions if you are in...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • BAE Systems - Quantico, VA
    Job Description BAE Systems Intelligence & Security division is seeking an Oceanographer to join our team in Quantico, VA in support of a Maritime effort f...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • BAE Systems - Quantico, VA
    Job Description. BAE Systems Intelligence & Security division is seeking an Oceanographer to join our team in Quantico, VA in support of a Maritime effort ...
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  • ECO Magazine - Alexandria, VA
    Ocean Career: Oceanographer at the National Science Foundation ECO Posted On October 7, 2021. The National Science Foundation is seeking qualified candidat...
    - 3 Days Ago
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    Geologist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Oceanographer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Geologist IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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63070
78389
67085

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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81956
69462
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Oceanographer in Abingdon, VA. The base salary for Oceanographer ranges from $63,070 to $78,389 with the average base salary of $67,085. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,217 to $81,956 with the average total cash compensation of $69,462.
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About Abingdon, Virginia    Abingdon is a town in Washington County, Virginia, United States, 133 miles (214 km) southwest of Roanoke. The population was 8,191 at the 2010 census....More

Abingdon, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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