New Jersey Median
$126,680
per year
Hourly Rate
$60.90
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+31% vs US median
US median $96,600
State Rank
#3 of 34
state estimate
How much does a Hydrologist make in New Jersey?
Hydrologists in New Jersey take home a median of $126,680 annually — roughly $60.90 an hour — which runs 31% above the national median of $96,600.
Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $76,810 while the top 10% make $176,480 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $109,990 and $148,380 a year.
Hydrologist salary range in New Jersey
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $76,810 | $36.93 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $109,990 | $52.88 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $126,680 | $60.90 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $148,380 | $71.34 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $176,480 | $84.85 |
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How New Jersey compares
New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 34 states and territories for Hydrologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Hydrologist salary in other states
Maryland $143,010Virginia $132,080California $122,110Georgia $121,830Massachusetts $119,350Missouri $116,100Alaska $108,660Nevada $107,930Washington $105,600Louisiana $104,520Michigan $101,060Colorado $100,840Ohio $98,200New Mexico $97,470Oklahoma $97,470Minnesota $94,580Wyoming $94,520Utah $94,190Oregon $93,690Pennsylvania $91,730New York $88,100Arizona $86,700Vermont $86,140Montana $84,500Illinois $83,720North Carolina $81,770Iowa $81,150Texas $81,080Indiana $80,700Idaho $78,850Wisconsin $78,770Florida $76,850South Carolina $65,770
Working as a Hydrologist in New Jersey
Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Hydrologists in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.
Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($126,680) 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 Hydrologist make in New Jersey?
The median Hydrologist salary in New Jersey is $126,680 per year, or about $60.90 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $76,810 at the entry level to $176,480 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Hydrologists about 31% more than the national median of $96,600. New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 34 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Hydrologists?
Yes on pay — New Jersey pays above the national median for this occupation, at $126,680 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Hydrologist salary report
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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.