Hydrologic Technicians

Code: 19-4044.00

Description: Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture.

Hydrologic Technicians

Typical wages


10% $28,210
25% $35,450
Median $50,630
75% $76,650
90% $109,300
10% $13.56
25% $17.04
Median $24.34
75% $36.85
90% $52.55

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
19,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
20,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,600