How much does an Expert Geophysicist make in Rhode Island? The average Expert Geophysicist salary in Rhode Island is $196,740 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $185,880 and $207,050. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Expert Geophysicist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Expert Geophysicist Salary $175,993 RI March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Expert Geophysicist Salary $185,880 RI March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Expert Geophysicist Salary $196,740 RI March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Expert Geophysicist Salary $207,050 RI March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Expert Geophysicist Salary $216,437 RI March 26, 2024
25% $185,880 10% $175,993 90% $216,437 75% $207,050 $196,740 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Expert Geophysicist aids in the design, planning, and execution of geophysical investigations and projects including data collection, processing, analyzing, and reporting. Applies geophysical principals to identify and evaluate the value of underground deposits. Being an Expert Geophysicist demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires a graduate degree in area of specialty. In addition, Expert Geophysicist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working as an Expert Geophysicist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coventry, RI Avg. Salary $197,300 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Cumberland, RI Avg. Salary $197,677 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Providence, RI Avg. Salary $197,677 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Narragansett, RI Avg. Salary $198,808 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Tiverton, RI Avg. Salary $199,373 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Westerly, RI Avg. Salary $200,504 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Woonsocket, RI Avg. Salary $197,489 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, RI Avg. Salary $199,373 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, RI Avg. Salary $197,677 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ashaway, RI Avg. Salary $200,881 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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