📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Hydrologist Salary in Arizona (2026)

Arizona · 1.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$87,397
per year
Median
$82,447
per year
Hourly
$42.02
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$57,846
25th Percentile — Junior$74,280
50th Percentile — Median$82,447
75th Percentile — Senior$111,256
90th Percentile — Top Earners$125,034
💡 Top-earning Hydrologists in Arizona make up to $125,034 per year. The job market in Arizona is rated strong, with key industries including Technology, Healthcare, Tourism.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$71.8k
2021
$74.7k
2022
$77.7k
2023
$80.8k
2024
$84.0k
2025
$87.4k
2026
📈 Hydrologist salaries in Arizona have followed the national trend with 4.0% annual growth. The strong demand in Arizona's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Hydrologist Salary by City in Arizona
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Phoenix $89,145 +2.0% High
Tucson $80,405 -8.0% High
Mesa $87,397 +0.0% High
Chandler $90,019 +3.0% High
Glendale $86,523 -1.0% High
Scottsdale $97,885 +12.0% High
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Hydrologist Job Market in Arizona
Key factors affecting compensation

Arizona is home to a strong job market for Hydrologists. The state's key industries — Technology, Healthcare, Tourism — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $87,397 per year, Arizona's Hydrologist salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Arizona (index: 0.99) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Arizona can expect to earn $57,846–$74,280, while experienced Hydrologists can command $111,256–$125,034.

Looking ahead, the Hydrologist profession in Arizona is projected to grow at 4.0% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Technology continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Hydrologist salary in Arizona is $87,397 per year in 2026, which is 1.0% below the national average of $88,280.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Hydrologists the highest wages in Arizona due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Arizona has a strong job market with major industries in Technology, Healthcare, Tourism. This makes it one of the better states for Hydrologist employment.
  • At $87,397/year, Arizona Hydrologist salaries are 1.0% lower than the national average of $88,280/year.