Hydrologists Salary in New York
Hydrologists in New York earn a median of $88,100 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $88,100
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($96,600)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,760; the top 10% earn over $136,590. Nationally the range is $64,020 to $153,130.
States ranked near New York
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Hydrologists pay in New York
How much do hydrologists make in New York?
The median is $88,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,760 and the top 10% earn over $136,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for hydrologists?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 34 (−9% vs. the national median of $96,600). Living costs are not included.