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$28,971 - $102,028
Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 25 May 2012 | Individuals Reporting: 299
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Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses.
Talk on radio or television. May interview guests, act as master of ceremonies, read news flashes, identify station by giving call letters, or announce song title and artist.
Meteorologist Career - How Much do Meteorologists Make?
If you've ever been to a sporting event or outdoor party that was rained out, or had to cancel a ski weekend because of warm temperatures, you may have shaken your fist in the general direction of your local meteorologist. Many people seem to blame meteorologists for weather that differs from their predictions. While it's true that weather forecasts are never going to be 100 percent accurate, it's also true that in recent years the science of meteorology has made leaps and bounds, and our weather forecasting is only getting more precise. What to a layperson might seem like guesswork is actually a complex science that requires some fairly sophisticated equipment. It's a high-frustration field requiring long hours, but the high visibility of a TV meteorologist keeps interest in meteorologist careers pretty high, and that interest raises questions about a meteorologist salary. Anyone considering meteorologist careers want to know, "how much do meteorologists make?"
Meteorologist Salary Report
Just like that cold front moving in off of the Atlantic, meteorologist salary data is full of subtle variations that can change course dramatically. For example, the annual salary of a meteorologist varies hugely from place to place. The Meteorologist Salary by City chart shows that the average meteorologist salary in San Diego is currently much higher than the average salaries of a meteorologist in many other major cities. Of course, San Diego is also known for having a high cost of living. Comparing San Diego to Houston, one of the other cities on the salary chart, sheds new light on just how far meteorologist salaries will go from one place to the next. A Cost of Living and Meteorologist Salary comparison shows that just the cost of housing is about 60 percent lower in Houston. To get a Cost of Living Comparison for other cities, you can use the PayScale Cost of Living Calculator.
Say "meteorologist" and most people will probably think of their friendly TV weatherperson, but the Meteorologist Salary by Industry chart shows that government and environmental research positions can be lucrative for career meteorologists. Overall, experience may be the biggest factor affecting the average salary of a meteorologist. The report comparing Meteorologist Salary by Years Experience shows that salaries can increase dramatically after several years of professional experience. It also shows that a career meteorologist can earn six figures after 20 years in the field.
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