How much does a hydrologist make in Idaho?
$78,850a year
Median yearly pay for hydrologists in Idaho. That is $37.91 an hour or $6,571 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.91
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,260Median: $78,850Highest 10%: $135,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,260 | $28.01 | |
| 25th | $63,370 | $30.47 | |
| Median | $78,850 | $37.91 | |
| 75th | $109,300 | $52.55 | |
| 90th | $135,400 | $65.09 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $88,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hydrologists.
| 28. Iowa | $81,150 |
| 29. Texas | $81,080 |
| 30. Indiana | $80,700 |
| 31. Idaho | $78,850 |
| 32. Wisconsin | $78,770 |
| 33. Florida | $76,850 |
| 34. South Carolina | $65,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hydrologist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $37.91 ($78,850 a year).
Do hydrologists make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $78,850 against $96,600 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Idaho rank for hydrologist pay?
Idaho ranks 31 of 34 states.
Which city in Idaho pays hydrologists the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $88,150 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.