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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers average salary by city in Washington
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $122,350 | $107,800 | $86,740 | $94,892 | 111 |
| Kennewick | $113,030 | $97,770 | $80,600 | $88,347 | 100 |
| Spokane | $86,370 | $81,630 | $67,530 | $69,591 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Washington has no state income tax; Washington's WA Cares (0.58%) and Paid Family and Medical Leave payroll premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2042.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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