Hydrologists Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $99,470 +8% vs national
Median hourly $47.82
10th percentile $50,940
90th percentile $129,100
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,940
    25th
    $60,830
    50th (median)
    $99,470
    75th
    $105,270
    90th
    $129,100

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologists salary vs area income 139% Median Hydrologists salary is 39% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Hydrologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $138,500
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $137,270
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,090
    Maryland $134,410
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $134,410
    Virginia $125,900

    Nearby metros — Hydrologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Columbus, OH $98,200
    Ohio $93,520

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,010
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,400
    Chemists $76,500
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $77,210
    Chemical Technicians $50,330
    Biological Technicians $46,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Akron, OH is $47.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.07 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Akron, OH is 8% above the national median of $92,060. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Hydrologists in Akron?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,940 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,830.