As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Oceanographer in El Paso, TX is $68,335, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,314 weekly, or $5,695 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Oceanographer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Oceanographer in El Paso, TX vary widely, spanning from $50,739 to $88,787. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,125) and 75th percentile ($79,041), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,787 per year. This $19,916 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, El Paso Oceanographer often earn 10.7% lower than national averages. However, El Paso currently ranks 794 statewide for Oceanographer 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
Oceanographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $50,739 El Paso, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $59,125 El Paso, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $68,335 El Paso, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $79,041 El Paso, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $88,787 El Paso, TX November 01, 2026
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Oceanographer in El Paso, TX. The base salary for Oceanographer ranges from $59,125 to $79,041 with the average base salary of $68,335. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,631 to $124,959 with the average total cash compensation of $102,534.
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About El Paso, Texas    El Paso is located at the intersection of three states (Texas, New Mexico, and Chihuahua) and two countries (the U.S. and Mexico). It is the only majo....More

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