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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Minneapolis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$100,940
Mean annual$100,510
Range (10th to 90th)$53,350 to $146,310
Minneapolis, Minnesota employment40
State vs national+12.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Minneapolis atmospheric and space scientists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$53,35025TH$60,990MEDIAN$100,94075TH$131,31090TH$146,310

The middle 50% of workers earn between $60,990 and $131,310, with a median of $100,940.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Physics

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Geography

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.

  2. 02

    Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.

  3. 03

    Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.

  4. 04

    Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.

  5. 05

    Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.

  6. 06

    Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.

  7. 07

    Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.

  8. 08

    Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Minneapolis, Minnesota?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in the Minneapolis metropolitan area is $100,940.
How does Minneapolis compare to the national median for Atmospheric and Space Scientists?
The Minneapolis metro median is +12.7% versus the BLS national figure of $89,539.
What is the salary range for Atmospheric and Space Scientists in Minneapolis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $53,350 and the 90th-percentile at $146,310 for the Minneapolis metro area.
What education is required for Atmospheric and Space Scientists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Minneapolis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.