Geoscientist Salary in Maine
Based on 70+ workers in Maine
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (ME)
$86,840
$41.75/hr
vs National Average
$90,668
-4.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$73K – $132K
70 employed in Maine
Salary Distribution — Geoscientist in Maine
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $73,380 |
| 25th percentile | $79,350 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $86,840 |
| 75th percentile | $99,710 |
| 90th percentile | $131,530 |
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 Maine 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 Maine vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Maine) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $86,840 |
| 2026 (projected) | $89,445 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Maine Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $86,840 | $90,668 |
| 2026 (projected) | $89,445 | $93,388 |
Geoscientist Salary by Experience Level in Maine
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $79,350 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $86,840 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $99,710 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $131,530 |
Geoscientist Salary in Other States
Related Geoscientist Salaries in Maine
How other high-demand occupations in Maine compare to Geoscientist ($86,840 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Geoscientist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Scientist in ME | $93,730 | +7.9% | $45.06/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in ME | $84,560 | -2.6% | $40.65/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in ME | $79,120 | -8.9% | $38.04/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in ME | $66,480 | -23.4% | $31.96/hr |
| Chemist in ME | $64,440 | -25.8% | $30.98/hr |
| Registered Nurse in ME | $86,990 | +0.2% | $41.82/hr |
| Statistician in ME | $85,680 | -1.3% | $41.19/hr |
| Budget Analyst in ME | $88,130 | +1.5% | $42.37/hr |
| Financial Analyst in ME | $88,320 | +1.7% | $42.46/hr |
| Occupational Therapist in ME | $84,310 | -2.9% | $40.53/hr |
| Network Administrator in ME | $83,890 | -3.4% | $40.33/hr |
| Compliance Officer in ME | $83,740 | -3.6% | $40.26/hr |