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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$86,840
Median Annual Salary
▲
+12.5% vs 2024
$91,660
Mean Salary
$86,840
Median Salary
$41.75
Hourly Rate
70 people work as Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine earn a median salary of $86,840 per year ($7,236/month).
This is 4.2% below the national average of $90,668.
Maine ranks #27 out of 50 states for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers pay.
Approximately 70 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 12.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Speaking
4.0
Science
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Key Knowledge Areas
Geography
4.0
Mathematics
3.83
English Language
3.83
Chemistry
3.8
Physics
3.65
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(43.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine
Salaries for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine range from $73,380 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $131,530 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $79,350 and $99,710.
Median $86,840
P10: $73,380P25: $79,350P75: $99,710P90: $131,530
10th
$73,380
25th
$79,350
Median
$86,840
75th
$99,710
90th
$131,530
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$73,380
$35.28
$6,115
25th Percentile
$79,350
$38.15
$6,612
Median (50th)
$86,840
$41.75
$7,236
75th Percentile
$99,710
$47.94
$8,309
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$131,530
$63.24
$10,960
Note: The mean (average) salary of $91,660 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#27
Maine ranks #27 of 50 states
$90,668
National avg. for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
How much do Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine is $86,840 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $91,660.
What is the salary range for a Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine?
Salaries for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine range from $73,380 at the 10th percentile to $131,530 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $79,350 and $99,710.
What is the starting salary for a Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine?
Entry-level Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers positions in Maine typically start around $73,380 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $79,350 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 70 people are employed as Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in Maine is approximately $41.75 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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