What you do, whom you work for, and where you live all contribute to how much you can earn as an Earth scientist. Your education, experience, and work ethic also determine the amount of money you can make.

Earth science jobs are some of the highest paying jobs out there. The minimum wage across Canada ranges from $9.50 to $11 per hour. But Earth science students graduating with a university degree, college diploma, or technical certificate can expect to earn around double this as soon as they start working! With experience, training, and added job responsibility, their income quickly rises.