Hydrologists Salary in Helena, MT

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

Median annual salary $78,030 -15.2% vs national
Median hourly $37.51
10th percentile $62,780
90th percentile $113,030
Employed locally 40
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,780
    25th
    $62,780
    50th (median)
    $78,030
    75th
    $98,550
    90th
    $113,030

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologists salary vs area income 105% Median Hydrologists salary is 5% 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
    Billings, MT $82,590

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,510
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $78,770
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,350
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $76,680
    Conservation Scientists $63,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Helena, MT is $37.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.39 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Helena, MT is 15.2% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $62,780 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,780.