Hydrologists Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $112,590 +22.3% vs national
Median hourly $54.13
10th percentile $73,190
90th percentile $187,760
Employed locally 70
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,190
    25th
    $85,450
    50th (median)
    $112,590
    75th
    $137,200
    90th
    $187,760

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologists salary vs area income 152% Median Hydrologists salary is 52% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $125,670
    Reno, NV $100,790

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $103,010
    Forensic Science Technicians $76,540
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $60,380
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,870
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $85,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Las Vegas?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Las Vegas, NV is $54.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.32 or more per hour.

    Is Las Vegas above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Las Vegas, NV is 22.3% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $73,190 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,450.