Hydrologists Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $123,840 +34.5% vs national
Median hourly $59.54
10th percentile $89,440
90th percentile $166,780
Employed locally 40
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $89,440
    25th
    $113,190
    50th (median)
    $123,840
    75th
    $166,770
    90th
    $166,780

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologists salary vs area income 143% Median Hydrologists salary is 43% 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
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $134,410
    Maryland $134,410
    Virginia $125,900

    Nearby metros — Hydrologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $112,590
    Michigan $111,860

    Related occupations in Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $81,030
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,980
    Biological Scientists, All Other $91,890
    Social Science Research Assistants $63,790
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $82,010
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $58,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Atlanta?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Atlanta, GA is $59.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.18 or more per hour.

    Is Atlanta above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Atlanta, GA is 34.5% 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 Atlanta?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $89,440 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $113,190.