How much does a hydrologist make in Virginia?
$132,100a year
Median yearly pay for hydrologists in Virginia. That is $63.50 an hour or $11,010 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.50
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,990Median: $132,100Highest 10%: $156,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,990 | $29.80 | |
| 25th | $80,520 | $38.71 | |
| Median | $132,100 | $63.50 | |
| 75th | $136,700 | $65.70 | |
| 90th | $156,800 | $75.36 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $152,700 |
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 |
| 5. Georgia | $121,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hydrologist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $63.50 ($132,100 a year).
Do hydrologists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $132,100 against $96,600 nationally, 37% more.
Where does Virginia rank for hydrologist pay?
Virginia ranks 2 of 34 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.