Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers is $45.80 an hour ($95,260 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($101,920). North Carolina ranks 16th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.32 | $63,060 |
| 25% of workers | $34.22 | $71,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.80 | $95,260 |
| 75% of workers | $60.20 | $125,220 |
| 90% of workers | $68.86 | $143,240 |
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | $102,990 | 40 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $99,560 | 60 |
| Asheville | $99,160 | 30 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $87,220 | 130 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $86,420 | 120 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chemists | $82,620 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $74,130 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $110,030 |
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