How much does a Meteorologist earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Meteorologist in United States ranges from USD 57,802 to USD 80,500 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 3,855 job listings

Salary Guide

Meteorologist Salary in United States

Based on 3,855 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$57,802 - $80,500

Median salary

$57,802 - $80,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$10K

25th percentile$12K

Median$58K

75th percentile$81K

90th percentile$93K

50% of professionals earn between $12,329 - $80,500 USD

The median salary is $57,802

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Meteorologist

3,855 job openings

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The average salary for a Meteorologist in United States is USD 57,802 - USD 80,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 69,151 per year, based on 3,855 active job listings.

The cities with the most Meteorologist job opportunities in United States are Colorado Springs, Atlanta, Baltimore, Anchorage, Austin. Colorado Springs leads with 13 job openings.

Explore 3,855 Meteorologist job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.