As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Oceanographer in Saint Cloud, MN is $77,437, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,489 weekly, or $6,453 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $57,496 to $100,616. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,999) and 75th percentile ($89,570), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,616 per year. This $22,571 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, Saint Cloud Oceanographer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $57,496 Saint Cloud, MN October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $66,999 Saint Cloud, MN October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $77,437 Saint Cloud, MN October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $89,570 Saint Cloud, MN October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $100,616 Saint Cloud, MN October 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 Saint Cloud, MN. The base salary for Oceanographer ranges from $66,999 to $89,570 with the average base salary of $77,437. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $96,761 to $141,198 with the average total cash compensation of $115,861.
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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

Saint Cloud, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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