How much does a hydrologist make in New Mexico?
$97,470a year
Median yearly pay for hydrologists in New Mexico. That is $46.86 an hour or $8,123 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.86
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,660Median: $97,470Highest 10%: $131,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,660 | $30.61 | |
| 25th | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| Median | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 75th | $120,700 | $58.04 | |
| 90th | $131,400 | $63.16 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $101,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for hydrologists.
| 12. Michigan | $101,100 |
| 13. Colorado | $100,800 |
| 14. Ohio | $98,200 |
| 15. New Mexico | $97,470 |
| 16. Oklahoma | $97,470 |
| 17. Minnesota | $94,580 |
| 18. Wyoming | $94,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hydrologist make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $46.86 ($97,470 a year).
Do hydrologists make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $97,470 against $96,600 nationally, 1% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for hydrologist pay?
New Mexico ranks 15 of 34 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays hydrologists the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $101,500 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.