Geoscientist Salary in Florida
Based on 660+ workers in Florida
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (FL)
$95,140
$45.74/hr
vs National Average
$90,668
+4.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$55K – $164K
660 employed in Florida
Salary Distribution — Geoscientist in Florida
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $55,440 |
| 25th percentile | $69,220 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $95,140 |
| 75th percentile | $119,990 |
| 90th percentile | $164,070 |
Top-Paying Industries for Geoscientist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Geoscientists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Geoscientists in Florida tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $168,680 | 910 |
| Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | $158,590 | 4K |
| Utilities | $133,170 | 120 |
| Manufacturing | $131,040 | 110 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $122,390 | 30 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Geoscientist in Florida vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Florida) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $95,140 |
| 2026 (projected) | $97,994 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Florida Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $95,140 | $90,668 |
| 2026 (projected) | $97,994 | $93,388 |
Geoscientist Salary by Experience Level in Florida
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $69,220 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $95,140 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $119,990 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $164,070 |
Geoscientist Salary in Other States
Related Geoscientist Salaries in Florida
How other high-demand occupations in Florida compare to Geoscientist ($95,140 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Geoscientist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in FL | $225,390 | +136.9% | $108.36/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in FL | $157,390 | +65.4% | $75.67/hr |
| Medical Scientist in FL | $94,940 | -0.2% | $45.64/hr |
| Psychologist in FL | $85,610 | -10.0% | $41.16/hr |
| Chemist in FL | $82,740 | -13.0% | $39.78/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in FL | $80,720 | -15.2% | $38.81/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in FL | $60,830 | -36.1% | $29.25/hr |
| Network Administrator in FL | $95,200 | +0.1% | $45.77/hr |
| Administrative Services Manager in FL | $94,850 | -0.3% | $45.60/hr |
| Financial Analyst in FL | $94,490 | -0.7% | $45.43/hr |
| Computer Programmer in FL | $93,180 | -2.1% | $44.80/hr |
| Project Management Specialist in FL | $98,070 | +3.1% | $47.15/hr |