Hydrologic Technicians pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for hydrologic technicians is $31.15 an hour ($64,790 a year). About 2,840 people work in this job there.
Pay range for hydrologic technicians in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.61 | $44,950 |
| 25% of workers | $25.02 | $52,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.15 | $64,790 |
| 75% of workers | $40.71 | $84,680 |
| 90% of workers | $48.31 | $100,480 |
Best-paying states for hydrologic technicians
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $88,400 | 270 |
| Washington | $85,240 | 70 |
| New Mexico | $79,710 | 50 |
| Missouri | $79,440 | 40 |
| Massachusetts | $73,820 | 60 |
| California | $70,790 | 300 |
| Nevada | $68,660 | 30 |
| Maryland | $67,520 | 50 |
| Georgia | $66,770 | 60 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,420 | 100 |
Education, experience and outlook for hydrologic technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -1.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $62,280 |
| Biological Technicians | $57,510 |
| Chemical Technicians | $60,390 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $55,090 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $61,990 |
| Forest and Conservation Technicians | $54,560 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $72,060 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $49,630 |
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