SOC 19-3092 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Geographers is $97,198 per year ($46.73/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $75,587 and $117,187 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $133,682 per year. There are approximately 1,380 geographers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $30.00 | $62,400 |
| P25 | $36.34 | $75,587 |
| P50MEDIAN | $46.73 | $97,198 |
| P75 | $56.34 | $117,187 |
| P90 | $64.27 | $133,682 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Geographers is $97,198 per year ($46.73/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $75,587 and $117,187 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Geographers is $133,682 per year ($64.27/hr). The 75th percentile is $117,187 per year.
Entry-level Geographers (10th percentile) earn approximately $62,400 per year ($30.00/hr). The 25th percentile is $75,587 per year.
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