Illinois Median
$52,870
per year
Hourly Rate
$25.42
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $64,790
State Rank
#24 of 28
state estimate
How much does a Hydrologic Technician make in Illinois?
Hydrologic Technicians in Illinois take home a median of $52,870 annually — roughly $25.42 an hour — which runs 18% below the national median of $64,790.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $52,870 while the top 10% make $77,760 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $52,870 and $55,330 a year.
Hydrologic Technician salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $52,870 | $25.42 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $52,870 | $25.42 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $52,870 | $25.42 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $55,330 | $26.60 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $77,760 | $37.38 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 24th out of 28 states and territories for Hydrologic Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Hydrologic Technician salary in other states
Texas $88,400Washington $85,240New Mexico $79,710Missouri $79,440Massachusetts $73,820California $70,790Nevada $68,660Maryland $67,520Georgia $66,770Pennsylvania $65,420New Jersey $65,190New York $65,190Arizona $65,170Kentucky $65,170Louisiana $65,170New Hampshire $64,790Oregon $62,510Florida $61,820Wisconsin $60,100North Carolina $59,590Colorado $56,780Idaho $54,950Montana $53,550Virginia $52,190Ohio $52,120West Virginia $48,230Tennessee $30,780
Working as a Hydrologic Technician in Illinois
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Hydrologic Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($52,870) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hydrologic Technician make in Illinois?
The median Hydrologic Technician salary in Illinois is $52,870 per year, or about $25.42 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $52,870 at the entry level to $77,760 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Hydrologic Technicians about 18% less than the national median of $64,790. Illinois ranks 24th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Hydrologic Technicians?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $52,870 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.