Hydrologic Technicians Salary in Bozeman, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bozeman, MT

Median annual salary $38,320 -34.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.42
10th percentile $34,440
90th percentile $67,090
Employed locally 40
National median $58,570

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,440
    25th
    $38,320
    50th (median)
    $38,320
    75th
    $66,960
    90th
    $67,090

    Bozeman economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,454 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologic Technicians salary vs area income 44% Median Hydrologic Technicians salary is 56% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Hydrologic Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Midland, TX $102,150
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $83,710
    Washington $81,380
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $79,860
    New Hampshire $77,140
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $76,940

    Related occupations in Bozeman, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Soil and Plant Scientists $62,340
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,990
    Biological Technicians $47,420
    Chemists $53,710
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,430

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologic Technicians make per hour in Bozeman?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologic Technicians in Bozeman, MT is $18.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.25 or more per hour.

    Is Bozeman above or below average for Hydrologic Technicians salaries?

    The median Hydrologic Technicians salary in Bozeman, MT is 34.6% below the national median of $58,570. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Hydrologic Technicians in Bozeman?

    Entry-level Hydrologic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,440 per year in Bozeman, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,320.