Hydrologists Salary in Colorado
Hydrologists in Colorado earn a median of $100,840 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($96,600)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,430; the top 10% earn over $201,630. Nationally the range is $64,020 to $153,130.
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Hydrologists pay in Colorado
How much do hydrologists make in Colorado?
The median is $100,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,430 and the top 10% earn over $201,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for hydrologists?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 34 (+4% vs. the national median of $96,600). Living costs are not included.