DOL Median (Idaho)
$56,097
vs National
-13.7%
National: $65,004BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$54,410
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$56,097
-13.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$65,004
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Hydrologists in Idaho earns $56,097 in nominal terms, which is 13.7% below the national average of $65,004. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 103.1 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $54,410 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Idaho
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho | $56,097 | 3 |
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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 Idaho
Cardiologists · $400,000Dentists, General · $149,809Project Management Specialists · $130,000Architectural and Engineering Managers · $123,350Software Developers · $121,410Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Hydrologists make in Idaho?
The median Hydrologists salary in Idaho is $56,097 based on 3 DOL filings.
Is Idaho a good place to work as a Hydrologists?
A Hydrologists in Idaho earns 13.7% less than the national median of $65,004, or $54,410 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.