How much does a Chief Meteorologist make in Atlanta, GA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Meteorologist in Atlanta, GA is $107,348. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $95,944 to $117,148, with most professionals earning between $85,561 and $126,070.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Meteorologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $85,561 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $95,944 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $107,348 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $117,148 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chief Meteorologist Salary $126,070 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25% $95,944 10% $85,561 90% $126,070 75% $117,148 $107,348 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Meteorologist in Atlanta, GA. The base salary for Chief Meteorologist ranges from $95,944 to $117,148 with the average base salary of $107,348. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,944 to $117,148 with the average total cash compensation of $107,348.

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