How much does an Oceanographer make in High Point, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Oceanographer in High Point, NC is $73,610. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $69,347 to $87,941, with most professionals earning between $65,464 and $100,988.

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Oceanographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $65,464 High Point,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $69,347 High Point,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $73,610 High Point,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $87,941 High Point,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $100,988 High Point,NC April 01, 2025
25% $69,347 10% $65,464 90% $100,988 75% $87,941 $73,610 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 High Point, NC. The base salary for Oceanographer ranges from $69,347 to $87,941 with the average base salary of $73,610. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,347 to $87,941 with the average total cash compensation of $73,610.
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About High Point, North Carolina    High Point is a city located in the Piedmont Triad region of the state of North Carolina. Most of the city is located in Guilford County, with portion....More

High Point, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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