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Research Meteorologist

Average Research Meteorologist Salary

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$88,043
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$55k
MEDIAN
$88k
90%
$129k

The average salary for a Research Meteorologist is $88,043 in 2025

Base Salary
$55k - $129k
Bonus
$2k - $16k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $17k
Commission
$163 - $4k
Total Pay
$52k - $135k
Based on 6,981 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2024)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Research Meteorologist

Medical
92%
Dental
82%
Vision
75%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Research Meteorologists

Female
50.3%
Male
48.5%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 1,912 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Research Meteorologists

What is the highest pay for Research Meteorologists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Research Meteorologist is $129k / year

What is the lowest pay for Research Meteorologists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Research Meteorologist is $55k / year

How can Research Meteorologists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Research Meteorologist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Research Meteorologist that oversees more junior Research Meteorologists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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