Washington Median
$105,600
per year
Hourly Rate
$50.77
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $96,600
State Rank
#10 of 34
350 employed here
How much does a Hydrologist make in Washington?
Hydrologists in Washington take home a median of $105,600 annually — roughly $50.77 an hour — which runs 9% above the national median of $96,600.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $80,450 while the top 10% make $194,900 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $88,630 and $153,960 a year.
Hydrologist salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $80,450 | $38.68 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $88,630 | $42.61 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $105,600 | $50.77 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $153,960 | $74.02 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $194,900 | $93.70 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 10th out of 34 states and territories for Hydrologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Hydrologist salary in other states
Maryland $143,010Virginia $132,080New Jersey $126,680California $122,110Georgia $121,830Massachusetts $119,350Missouri $116,100Alaska $108,660Nevada $107,930Louisiana $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 Washington
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 Washington pay ($105,600) 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 Washington?
The median Hydrologist salary in Washington is $105,600 per year, or about $50.77 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $80,450 at the entry level to $194,900 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Hydrologists about 9% more than the national median of $96,600. Washington ranks 10th out of 34 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Hydrologists?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $105,600 a year. About 350 Hydrologists 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.
← 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.