How much does a hydrologist make in Maryland?
$143,000a year
Median yearly pay for hydrologists in Maryland. That is $68.75 an hour or $11,920 a month.
- Hourly
- $68.75
- Vs. national median
- +48%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $84,590Median: $143,000Highest 10%: $189,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $84,590 | $40.67 | |
| 25th | $113,800 | $54.71 | |
| Median | $143,000 | $68.75 | |
| 75th | $175,800 | $84.51 | |
| 90th | $189,300 | $90.99 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $152,700 |
| Baltimore, MD | $138,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $85,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hydrologists.
| 1. Maryland | $143,000 |
| 2. Virginia | $132,100 |
| 3. New Jersey | $126,700 |
| 4. California | $122,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hydrologist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $68.75 ($143,000 a year).
Do hydrologists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $143,000 against $96,600 nationally, 48% more.
Where does Maryland rank for hydrologist pay?
Maryland ranks 1 of 34 states.
Which city in Maryland pays hydrologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $152,700 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.