GIS Analyst
Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.
At a Glance
GIS Analyst earns an average of $78,676/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.9–4.4 years. Top skills: ArcGIS (GIS Software), Planning, Geographic Information Systems.
$78,676/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.9–4.4 years
18
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$108,970/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+8.2%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
ArcGIS (GIS Software)
Geographic Information Systems
Computer Science
AutoCAD
Workflow Management
Data Conversion
Cartography
Project Management
JavaScript (Programming Language)
SQL (Programming Language)
Spatial Data Infrastructures
Visual Basic (Programming Language)
GIS Applications
Geospatial Analysis
ArcSDE
ArcGIS Servers
Data Management
Common Skills (12)
Planning
Communication
Management
Microsoft Office
Report Writing
Editing
Problem Solving
Operations
Presentations
Verbal Communication Skills
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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