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Senior Geologist Salary in Washington

Senior Geologist Salary in Washington

How much does a Senior Geologist make in Washington? The average Senior Geologist salary in Washington is $90,270 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $84,870 and $105,480. 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.

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10th Percentile Senior Geologist Salary $79,954 WA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Geologist Salary $84,870 WA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Geologist Salary $90,270 WA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Geologist Salary $105,480 WA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Geologist Salary $119,328 WA March 26, 2024
25% $84,870 10% $79,954 90% $119,328 75% $105,480 $90,270 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Geologist researches the effects of internal pressures, heat, water, pollution, and erosion. Researches the formation, dissolution, and content of rock layers. Being a Senior Geologist estimates depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Studies variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. In addition, Senior Geologist tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Working as a Senior Geologist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Intermediate Geologist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Geologist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Mine Geologist IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $87,253 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $85,913 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $84,741 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $87,253 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $85,411 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $84,741 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $90,351 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $84,741 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $87,253 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $86,416 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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About Washington    Washington (/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/), officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Washington is the north....More

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