Washington Median
$85,240
per year
Hourly Rate
$40.98
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+32% vs US median
US median $64,790
State Rank
#2 of 28
70 employed here
How much does a Hydrologic Technician make in Washington?
Hydrologic Technicians in Washington take home a median of $85,240 annually — roughly $40.98 an hour — which runs 32% above the national median of $64,790.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $49,940 while the top 10% make $103,540 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $64,250 and $93,270 a year.
Hydrologic Technician salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $49,940 | $24.01 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $64,250 | $30.89 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $85,240 | $40.98 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $93,270 | $44.84 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $103,540 | $49.78 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 2nd out of 28 states and territories for Hydrologic Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Hydrologic Technician salary in other states
Texas $88,400New 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 $53,550Illinois $52,870Virginia $52,190Ohio $52,120West Virginia $48,230Tennessee $30,780
Working as a Hydrologic Technician in Washington
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 Washington pay ($85,240) 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 Washington?
The median Hydrologic Technician salary in Washington is $85,240 per year, or about $40.98 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $49,940 at the entry level to $103,540 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Hydrologic Technicians about 32% more than the national median of $64,790. Washington ranks 2nd out of 28 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Hydrologic Technicians?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $85,240 a year. About 70 Hydrologic Technicians are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), 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.