Hydrologic Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 2,840 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,950 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $52,040 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,790 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $84,680 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $100,480 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$45K
25th
$52K
Median
$65K
75th
$85K
90th
$100K
Highest Paying States for Hydrologic Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Texas | $87,620 |
| Washington | $80,970 |
| New Mexico | $80,330 |
| Massachusetts | $75,380 |
| Missouri | $75,300 |
| California | $74,760 |
| New Hampshire | $74,020 |
| Nevada | $72,760 |
| Pennsylvania | $71,260 |
| New Jersey | $70,310 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Hydrologic Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Texas at an average of $87,620 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $70,310 — a difference of $17,310. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Hydrologic Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2,840 workers were employed as Hydrologic Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $69,530 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-4044