Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in California
Ranked #4 of 47 · CA
20% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $127,330 ≈ $61/hr
Median annual salary $124,920
Employment 510
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $82,900P25 $105,910 Median $124,920P75 $144,910P90 $175,900
About 80% of atmospheric and space scientistss in California earn between $82,900 and $175,900. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean atmospheric and space scientists salary in California is $127,330, about 20% above the U.S. average ($106,110). That works out to roughly $61/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $151,000 | $164,020 | 30 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $120,370 | $117,470 | 50 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $111,790 | $118,740 | 220 |