How much does a hydrogeologist get paid?

Hydrogeologists, commonly known as hydrologists, study underground and surface water's locations and physical properties. Hydrologists also study precipitation, including rain, fog, snow, and hail, the rate precipitation soaks into the soil, how it moves through the earth, and its circulation back to the ocean and atmosphere.

Hydrologists are highly educated professionals who earn a comfortable living, with those at the high end of the wage range pulling in six-figure salaries.

Other lucrative jobs in geology include specialists in geochemistry, who are knowledgeable in oil extraction methods from shale. These individuals often land the most lucrative jobs with oil companies. Expertise in mineralogy can lead to jobs in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing technologies.

Additionally, engineering geologist jobs in 'green energy,' who plan for and identify geologically acceptable locations for the construction of wind farms, geothermal power facilities, and solar power plants, are in particular demand and can achieve good salaries due to the many qualifications needed to do the work.