Hydrologists Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,150 -7.5% vs national
Median hourly $40.94
10th percentile $61,960
90th percentile $113,030
Employed locally 40
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,960
    25th
    $72,550
    50th (median)
    $85,150
    75th
    $89,860
    90th
    $113,030

    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

    Related occupations in Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Technicians $43,770
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $82,220
    Conservation Scientists $72,550
    Biological Scientists, All Other $84,640
    Food Science Technicians $47,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Eastern Oregon is $40.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.50 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Eastern Oregon is 7.5% below 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $61,960 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,550.