How much does a hydrologist make in Louisiana?
$104,500a year
Median yearly pay for hydrologists in Louisiana. That is $50.25 an hour or $8,710 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.25
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 34
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,480Median: $104,500Highest 10%: $184,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,480 | $35.81 | |
| 25th | $80,920 | $38.90 | |
| Median | $104,500 | $50.25 | |
| 75th | $121,700 | $58.52 | |
| 90th | $184,300 | $88.60 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hydrologists.
| 8. Alaska | $108,700 |
| 9. Nevada | $107,900 |
| 10. Washington | $105,600 |
| 11. Louisiana | $104,500 |
| 12. Michigan | $101,100 |
| 13. Colorado | $100,800 |
| 14. Ohio | $98,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hydrologist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $50.25 ($104,500 a year).
Do hydrologists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $104,500 against $96,600 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for hydrologist pay?
Louisiana ranks 11 of 34 states.
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.