How much does a Geophysicist I make in Carson, CA? The average Geophysicist I salary in Carson, CA is $92,079 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $84,632 and $110,368. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Geophysicist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geophysicist I Salary $77,852 Carson,CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Geophysicist I Salary $84,632 Carson,CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Geophysicist I Salary $92,079 Carson,CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Geophysicist I Salary $110,368 Carson,CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Geophysicist I Salary $127,018 Carson,CA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Geophysicist I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Data processing: Data processing is the collection and manipulation of data to produce meaningful information. Data processing is a form of information processing, which is the modification of information in any manner detectable by an observer.

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Geographic information system: A geographic information system is a type of database containing geographic data, combined with software tools for managing, analyzing, and visualizing those data.

Analysis 0.86%
Data processing 0.07%
Geographic information system 0.06%
Others 99.01%

Job Description for Geophysicist I

Geophysicist I applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Being a Geophysicist I requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geophysicist I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Geophysicist I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Geophysicist I, the first career path typically starts with a Petroleum Geologist II position, and then Petroleum Geologist IV.

The second career path typically starts with a Geologist II position, and then progresses to Geologist IV.

Additionally, the third career path typically starts with a Geophysicist II position, and then progresses to Geophysicist IV.

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Geophysicist I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Geophysicist I, the highest Geophysicist I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Geophysicist I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Geophysicist I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Geophysicist I salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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