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Geologist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median geologist salary in Aurora, IL is $79,496 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$79,496
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,184
Cost of Living
95%

Geologist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level geologist earns around $51,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$51,300
$-2,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,750
$-4,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$133,000
$-7,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $48,450
25th Percentile $59,850
Median (50th) $79,496
75th Percentile $106,400
90th Percentile $140,600

Geologist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$90,374
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$89,538
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$71,128
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$68,618
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Geologist in Aurora

Education

Most geologist positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.