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Meteorologist salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Meteorologist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$71,663
Average $71,663
Low $37,501
High $136,945

The average salary for a meteorologist is $71,663 per year in the United States. 138 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 9, 2026).

Meteorologist job openings in United States

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Meteorologist
Morgan Murphy Media2.6out of 5 stars.
Pittsburg, KS
Full-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Meteorologist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
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$191,000per year
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Worldwide Recruitment Solution...
 
$162,500per year
Cox Media Group
 
$157,500per year
Epitec
 
$150,800per year
Global Technical Talent
 
$148,720per year
Aptara
 
$145,600per year

Highest paying cities for Meteorologists near United States

  1. Portland, OR
    $115,911 per year
  2. Houston, TX
    $89,542 per year
  3. College Park, MD
    $78,600 per year
  4. Colorado Springs, CO
    $66,279 per year
  5. Rock Island, IL
    $59,310 per year

Where can a Meteorologist earn more?

Compare salaries for Meteorologists in different locations
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