Exploration Geologist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Exploration Geologist make in Chicago, IL? The average Exploration Geologist salary in Chicago, IL is $54,446 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $52,057 and $63,956. 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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Exploration Geologist
Coeur Mining - Juneau , AK
The Coeur Kensington mine, is seeking an Exploration Geologist to work in a camp-based environment rotating on 15 day on / 13 days off schedule. The Kensington underground gold mine and associated ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 36 days ago
Core Logger/ Geologist
Geotemps Inc - Juneau , AK
... the Exploration or Senior Exploration Geologist • Other duties might include- picking up core from drill site and mapping, might occasionally operate a fork lift, wrapping and moving pallets ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 18 days ago
Geologist
Javelin Energy Partners, a Crescent Energy Company - Irving , TX
Position Summary The Geologist will be responsible for applying technical evaluations to the ... Five (5+) plus years of Exploration & Production (E&P) or relevant industry experience
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Staff Geologist
Orla Mining - Elko , NV
This role is essential to support the Exploration and Development teams with the best practices in geological data collection, processing, and interpretations. The staff geologist is responsible for ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 10 days ago
Staff Geologist III
Verdantas - Irvine , CA
Coordinate sub-contractors and staff in field exploration activities Qualifications: * BS degree in Geology or related Earth Science * 5-10 years professional consulting experience * California ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 25 days ago
Staff Geologist
CME Associates - East Syracuse , NY
Summary Staff Geologist works in CME's Subsurface Exploration Group supporting field investigations, shop operations, and performing field activities at local and remote sites. This position is also ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Exploration Geologist in Chicago, IL

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What is the average salary for Exploration Geologist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Exploration Geologist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Exploration Geologist ranges from $52,057 to $63,956 with the average base salary of $54,446. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,057 to $63,956 with the average total cash compensation of $54,446.

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Base Salary $54,446 $52,057 - $63,956
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $54,446 $52,057 - $63,956
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Exploration Geologist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,349 - $64,316 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,349 - $64,316 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,290 - $64,243 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,330 - $64,292 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,330 - $64,292 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,158 - $62,852 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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