Hydrologists Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., hydrologists earn $92,060 at the median — $44.26 an hour. The range runs from $60K at the entry level to $139K for experienced workers.
Updated
AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $92K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level hydrologists (10th percentile) start around $60K. Mid-career wages sit at $92K.Top earners bring in $139K or more - a $79K spread from bottom to top.
Hydrologists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $134K | +46% | 70 |
| Virginia | $126K | +37% | 40 |
| California | $119K | +29% | 670 |
| Massachusetts | $117K | +27% | 110 |
| New Jersey | $116K | +26% | 70 |
| Michigan | $112K | +22% | 30 |
| Missouri | $110K | +19% | 60 |
| Oklahoma | $104K | +13% | 30 |
| Washington | $100K | +9% | 270 |
| North Dakota | $98K | +7% | 30 |
| Nevada | $97K | +6% | 180 |
| New Mexico | $97K | +5% | 110 |
| Louisiana | $96K | +4% | N/A |
| Hawaii | $95K | +3% | 30 |
| Pennsylvania | $94K | +2% | 230 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do hydrologists make in U.S.?
The median is $92,060 a year - that works out to about $44.26 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $60,010, and experienced hydrologists can clear $139,420. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $92K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $6,096/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 23.2% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a hydrologists salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median hydrologists salary is worth about $92,060 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do hydrologists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.