📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Geoscientist Salary in Arizona (2026)

Arizona · 1.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$92,347
per year
Median
$82,447
per year
Hourly
$44.4
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$56,756
25th Percentile — Junior$76,754
50th Percentile — Median$82,447
75th Percentile — Senior$121,750
90th Percentile — Top Earners$139,607
💡 Top-earning Geoscientists in Arizona make up to $139,607 per year. The job market in Arizona is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Healthcare, Tourism.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$77.8k
2021
$80.5k
2022
$83.3k
2023
$86.2k
2024
$89.2k
2025
$92.3k
2026
📈 Geoscientist salaries in Arizona have followed the national trend with 3.5% annual growth. The strong demand in Arizona's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Geoscientist Salary by City in Arizona
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Phoenix $94,194 +2.0% High
Tucson $84,959 -8.0% High
Mesa $92,347 +0.0% High
Chandler $95,117 +3.0% High
Glendale $91,424 -1.0% High
Scottsdale $103,429 +12.0% High
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Geoscientist Job Market in Arizona
Key factors affecting compensation

Arizona is home to a strong job market for Geoscientists. The state's key industries — Technology, Healthcare, Tourism — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $92,347 per year, Arizona's Geoscientist salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Arizona (index: 0.99) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Arizona can expect to earn $56,756–$76,754, while experienced Geoscientists can command $121,750–$139,607.

Looking ahead, the Geoscientist profession in Arizona is projected to grow at 3.5% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Geoscientist salary in Arizona is $92,347 per year in 2026, which is 1.0% below the national average of $93,280.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Geoscientists the highest wages in Arizona due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Arizona has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Healthcare, Tourism. This makes it one of the better states for Geoscientist employment.
  • At $92,347/year, Arizona Geoscientist salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average of $93,280/year.