| Quick Facts: Geographers | |
|---|---|
| $74,260 per year $35.70 per hour |
|
| Bachelor's degree | |
| None | |
| None | |
| 1,400 | |
| -2% (Decline) | |
| 0 | |
Geographers study the Earth and its land, features, and inhabitants. They also examine phenomena such as political or cultural structures and study the physical and human geographic characteristics of regions ranging in scale from local to global.
More than half of all geographers are employed by the federal government. Most work full time during standard business hours. Many geographers do fieldwork, which may include travel to foreign countries or remote locations.
Geographers need a bachelor’s degree for most entry-level positions and for positions within the federal government. Work experience and a master’s degree are typically required for more advanced positions.
The median annual wage for geographers was $74,260 in May 2015.
Employment of geographers is projected to decline 2 percent from 2014 to 2024. Geographers should face strong competition for jobs as the number of candidates is expected to exceed the number of available positions.
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