DOL Median (Colorado)
$78,624
vs National
+21%
National: $65,004BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$74,525
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$78,624
+21% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$65,004
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Hydrologists in Colorado earns $78,624 in nominal terms, which is 21% above the national average of $65,004. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 105.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $74,525 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Colorado
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| SRK Consulting U.S., Inc. | $88,047 | 10 |
| Piteau Associates USA, Ltd | $78,624 | 1 |
| ITASCA DENVER, INC. | $77,842 | 7 |
| University Corporation for Atmospheric Research | $74,750 | 17 |
| University of Colorado | $63,256 | 2 |
| Colorado State University | $60,600 | 2 |
| Riverside Technology, Inc. | N/A | 1 |
| WSP USA Inc | N/A | 1 |
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Top-Paying Metros for Hydrologists
Redmond, WA · $109,000Houston, TX · $107,058Greenbelt, MA · $101,522Norwood, MA · $97,989Fairbanks, AL · $95,846Top-Paying Roles in Colorado
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons · $208,000Chief Executives · $193,315Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary · $160,000Human Resources Managers · $150,000Financial Managers · $147,500Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Hydrologists make in Colorado?
The median Hydrologists salary in Colorado is $78,624 based on 17 DOL filings.
Is Colorado a good place to work as a Hydrologists?
A Hydrologists in Colorado earns 21% more than the national median of $65,004, or $74,525 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.