Senior Hydrologist Salary in the United States

How much does a Senior Hydrologist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Hydrologist in the United States is $65,540 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Senior Hydrologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,464
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,874 to $70,735
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,895
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Senior Hydrologist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,735 $5,895 $1,360 $34
Average $65,540 $5,462 $1,260 $32
25th Percentile $57,874 $4,823 $1,113 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Hydrologist Salaries

A Senior Hydrologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Senior Hydrologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Hydrologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $50,845
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,137
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,462
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,463
  • Expert (over 8 years): $127,822
Levels Salary
Geologist... Level Senior Hydrologist$50,845
Senior Hy... Level Senior Hydrologist$67,137
Geologist... Level Senior Hydrologist$83,462
Geologist... Level Senior Hydrologist$106,463
Geologist... Level Senior Hydrologist$127,822
$50,845 0 yr
$67,137 < 2 yrs
$83,462 2-4 yrs
$106,463 5-8 yrs
$127,822 > 8 yrs
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How Do Senior Hydrologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Senior Hydrologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $72,566.
  • California: $72,290.
  • Massachusetts: $71,327.

Top Paying Cities for Senior Hydrologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $82,665
  • San Francisco: $81,760
  • Oakland: $80,037

What Skills Can Increase a Senior Hydrologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.56% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Chemistry (Mentioned in 2.16% Job Postings): Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances of which matter is composed.
  • Environmental Consulting (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Environmental consulting is often a form of compliance consulting, in which the consultant ensures that the client maintains an appropriate measure of compliance with environmental regulations. There are many types of environmental consultants, but the two main groups are those who enter the field from the industry side, and those who enter the field from the environmentalist side. Environmental consultants work in a very wide variety of fields. Whether it be providing construction services such as Asbestos Hazard Assessments or Lead Hazard Assessments or conducting due diligence reports for customers to rid them of possible sanctions. Consultancies may generalize across a wide range of disciplines or specialize in certain areas of environmental consultancy such as waste management. Environmental consultants usually have an undergraduate degree and sometimes even master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, or some other science discipline. They should have deep knowledge on environmental regulations, which they can advise particular clients in the private industry or public government institutions to help them steer clear of possible fines, legal action or misguided transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.56%
Chemistry 2.16%
Environmental Consulting 1.47%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Senior Hydrologist's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Management Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Database Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$68,817
5%
Management Skills
$68,161
4%
Database Management
$68,161
4%
Commitment
$67,506
3%
Initiative
$67,506
3%
Sustainability
$66,850
2%
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Senior Hydrologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Senior Hydrologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Senior Hydrologist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Hydrologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Senior Hydrologist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$85,202$41.030%
Energy & Utilities$78,648$38.020%
Construction$72,094$35.010%

How Education impacts a Senior Hydrologist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Senior Hydrologists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Senior Hydrologist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,309 and $69,886).

Senior Hydrologist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Senior Hydrologist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 58.6%
High School 37.9%
Associates 3.4%
Bachelors 58.6%
Masters 37.9%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Senior Hydrologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Hydrologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Senior Hydrologist

Salaries for a Senior Hydrologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $92,643 in 2023 to around $85,568 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Senior Hydrologist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Senior Hydrologist Over Time

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2023
$92,643
2024
$87,535
2025
$85,568
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2024 $87,535
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FAQ about Senior Hydrologist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Senior Hydrologist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Senior Hydrologist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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