Occupation Salary Profile

Atmospheric and Space Scientists

SOC Code: 19-2021

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. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

National Median (BLS)
$111,790
▲ +5.72% Nominal +2.38% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
$99,200
▲ +13.8% Nominal +10.35% Real
Average Base Salary
$118,250
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
180
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Atmospheric and Space Scientists.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $91,830
25th Percentile $111,790
National Median (50th Percentile) $111,790
75th Percentile $130,740
90th Percentile $137,590
P10: $91,830 P50 (Median): $111,790 P90: $137,590
Foreign Talent Market

H-1B Visa Sponsor Compensation Benchmarks

Based on 153 certified Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) filed by U.S. employers (Trailing 12 Months vs Prior 12 Months).

H-1B National Median $99,200
YoY Nominal Growth (T12M) ▲ +13.8%
Real Wage Growth (CPI-U Adj) ▲ +10.35%
H-1B Percentile Tier Sponsored Base Salary
10th Percentile $65,106
25th Percentile $75,000
H-1B Median (50th Percentile) $99,200
75th Percentile $115,000
90th Percentile $129,434
H-1B P10: $65,106 H-1B P50: $99,200 H-1B P90: $129,434
💡 Market Premium Insight: The median salary for foreign talent sponsored for Atmospheric and Space Scientists roles ($99,200) is -11.3% lower than the broader domestic BLS national median ($111,790).