Highest-Paying States for Geographers

Ranked purely by BLS median annual wage — this does not account for cost of living or job availability. See best states for a balanced ranking.

1. 1Maryland$114,920
2. 2California$114,460
3. 3Washington$112,260
4. 4Virginia$108,020
5. 5Missouri$102,040
6. 6Illinois$92,640
7. 7Texas$79,170