How much does a Chief Geophysicist make in Wisconsin? The average Chief Geophysicist salary in Wisconsin is $186,200 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $176,000 and $196,000. 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.

Chief Geophysicist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $166,713 WI March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $176,000 WI March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $186,200 WI March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $196,000 WI March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Geophysicist Salary $204,922 WI March 26, 2024
25% $176,000 10% $166,713 90% $204,922 75% $196,000 $186,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief 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 a Chief Geophysicist demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires a graduate degree in area of specialty. In addition, Chief Geophysicist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working as a Chief 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 Abbotsford, WI Avg. Salary $175,818 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abrams, WI Avg. Salary $179,210 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams, WI Avg. Salary $184,109 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adell, WI Avg. Salary $185,805 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, WI Avg. Salary $183,544 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, WI Avg. Salary $183,544 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Algoma, WI Avg. Salary $178,268 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenton, WI Avg. Salary $185,805 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, WI Avg. Salary $187,124 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma Center, WI Avg. Salary $175,818 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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