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Job outlook for aquatic scientists in the United States
Are aquatic scientist jobs in demand?
Aquatic scientist job and salary trends over time
Aquatic scientist jobs over time
Aquatic scientist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 74 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 70 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 69 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 69 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 66 | 0.00% |
Average aquatic scientist salary over time
Aquatic scientist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $71,831 | $34.53 | +4.6% |
| 2024 | $68,689 | $33.02 | +2.6% |
| 2023 | $66,937 | $32.18 | +3.5% |
| 2022 | $64,701 | $31.11 | +4.3% |
| 2021 | $62,052 | $29.83 | --0.5% |
Aquatic scientist jobs by state
Most common states for aquatic scientists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 816 | 13% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 123 | 13% |
| 3 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 907 | 11% |
| 4 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 100 | 11% |
| 5 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 75 | 10% |
| 6 | Vermont | 623,657 | 61 | 10% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 118 | 9% |
| 8 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 754 | 8% |
| 9 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 81 | 8% |
| 10 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 45 | 8% |
| 11 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 756 | 7% |
| 12 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 254 | 7% |
| 13 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 140 | 7% |
| 14 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 75 | 7% |
| 15 | Alaska | 739,795 | 55 | 7% |
| 16 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 740 | 6% |
| 17 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 390 | 6% |
| 18 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 181 | 6% |
| 19 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 100 | 6% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 86 | 6% |
Aquatic Scientist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of aquatic scientist experts
Robert Morris University
Tiffin University
What are the best companies to work for an Aquatic Scientist?
Paul Badger Ph.D.: Some of the best companies to work for are companies or industries with a long history of research and development in the general field of biology. Explicitly speaking, companies associated with the healthcare industry, life sciences, or environmental sciences usually hire graduates with degrees in science fields.
Those jobs are relatively secure with opportunities for advancement over the long term. Another occupation with potential for growth that traditionally hires biology graduates in the field of forensic science. The demand for qualified biology educators has been relatively steady over the years and offers another lot where biology graduates may find employment. Science is the driver for innovation in many areas, from technology to healthcare to agriculture, and design in these areas can lead to market growth and job creation.
Sami Mejri Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Science, Assistant Dean, Graduate ProgramsTiffin University
School of Arts & Sciences
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Aquatic Scientists to find work opportunities?
Sami Mejri Ph.D.: With the rising cost of living, a college graduate's ideal first job may not be in their home state or favorite vacation town. According to Business Insider, MidWestern cities like Columbus-Ohio, Cincinnati-Ohio, Madison-Wisconsin, Milwaukee-Wisconsin, and Indianapolis-Indiana were some of the best geographical areas to live for college graduates. The cost of living in these Midwestern states remains relatively lower than coastal areas, making these locations ideal for college graduates entering the workforce. However, college graduates with degrees in healthcare, computer science, and data analytics may not be limited to these geographical areas, given employers' incentives to these in-demand jobs.