$39,000Average
$58,50075th percentile
$77,500
Hydrologic Technician is a professional role in the Life, Physical, and Social Science job family, focused on Hydrologic Technician work. Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.
- Analyze ecological data about the impact of pollution, erosion, floods, and other environmental problems on bodies of water.
- Answer technical questions from hydrologists, policymakers, or other customers developing water conservation plans.
- Apply research findings to minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, or sedimentation.
- Assist in designing programs to ensure the proper sealing of abandoned wells.
- Collect water and soil samples to test for physical, chemical, or biological properties, such as pH, oxygen level, temperature, and pollution.
Hydrologic Technician pays 28% below the average across 48 roles in the Life, Physical, and Social Science job family (family average $100,000).
How much does a Hydrologic Technician make?
The average base salary for a Hydrologic Technician in the United States is $72,000 per year, or about $34.62 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $54,000 and $87,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Life, Physical, and Social Science roles?
The Life, Physical, and Social Science job family averages $100,000 across 48 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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