Hydrologists Salary in Portland, OR-WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA

Median annual salary $107,980 +17.3% vs national
Median hourly $51.91
10th percentile $68,790
90th percentile $137,200
Employed locally 70
National median $92,060

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,790
    25th
    $91,040
    50th (median)
    $107,980
    75th
    $122,350
    90th
    $137,200

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $94,573 2023 • Census ACS
    Hydrologists salary vs area income 114% Median Hydrologists salary is 14% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Hydrologists make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Hydrologists in Portland, OR-WA is $51.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.04 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Hydrologists salaries?

    The median Hydrologists salary in Portland, OR-WA is 17.3% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Hydrologists (10th percentile) earn around $68,790 per year in Portland, OR-WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $91,040.