How much does a Meteorologist earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Meteorologist in United States ranges from USD 48,000 to USD 92,000 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 11,590 job listings

How much does a Meteorologist earn in United States?

The average salary for a Meteorologist in United States is USD 68,000 - USD 92,000 per year.

Salary Guide

Meteorologist Salary in United States

Based on 11,590 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$48,000 - $92,000

Median salary

$68,000 - $92,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$38K

25th percentile$48K

Median$68K

75th percentile$92K

90th percentile$106K

50% of professionals earn between $48,000 - $92,000 USD

The median salary is $68,000

Top cities

Atlanta28 job openings

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Meteorologist

11,590 job openings

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The average salary for a Meteorologist in United States is USD 48,000 - USD 92,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 80,000 per year, based on 11,590 active job listings.

The cities with the most Meteorologist job opportunities in United States are Atlanta, Jackson, Amarillo, Anchorage, Bakersfield. Atlanta leads with 28 job openings.

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