Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

Remote sensing scientists earned an average salary of $82,246 in September 2020, according to ZipRecruiter. Salaries typically ranged from $52,500 to $109,500, depending upon education, level of experience, and geographic location. The Department of Labor includes remote sensing scientists and technologists in the category of physical scientists, all other. As of May 2019, physical scientists earned a median salary of $109,910. The lowest 10 percent earned $51,680 or less and the top 10 percent earned $165,270 or more. Those employed in scientific research and development services earned the highest wages, $127,890 annually, whereas those employed in colleges, universities, and professional schools earned the lowest wages, $70,440 per year.

Employment benefits usually include paid vacation, holiday, and sick time; insurance; and pension plans.