Missouri Median
$79,440
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.19
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+23% vs US median
US median $64,790
State Rank
#4 of 28
40 employed here
How much does a Hydrologic Technician make in Missouri?
Hydrologic Technicians in Missouri take home a median of $79,440 annually — roughly $38.19 an hour — which runs 23% above the national median of $64,790.
Within Missouri, entry-level pay starts around $50,770 while the top 10% make $98,550 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $55,430 and $87,880 a year.
Hydrologic Technician salary range in Missouri
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $50,770 | $24.41 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $55,430 | $26.65 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $79,440 | $38.19 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $87,880 | $42.25 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $98,550 | $47.38 |
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How Missouri compares
Missouri ranks 4th 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 $79,710Massachusetts $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 $53,550Illinois $52,870Virginia $52,190Ohio $52,120West Virginia $48,230Tennessee $30,780
Working as a Hydrologic Technician in Missouri
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 Missouri pay ($79,440) 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 Missouri?
The median Hydrologic Technician salary in Missouri is $79,440 per year, or about $38.19 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,770 at the entry level to $98,550 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Missouri pay compare to the national average?
Missouri pays Hydrologic Technicians about 23% more than the national median of $64,790. Missouri ranks 4th out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Missouri a good state for Hydrologic Technicians?
Yes on pay — Missouri pays above the national median for this occupation, at $79,440 a year. About 40 Hydrologic Technicians are employed in Missouri. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Missouri?
The highest-paying occupations in Missouri include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($842,800), Cardiologist ($648,070), Emergency Medicine Physician ($456,280), 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.