Geological and hydrologic technicians
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$50,510
~$24/hr · ~$4,209/mo
US Jobs
13K
Slower than average
AI & Automation Risk
5/10
Moderate
AI & Automation Risk
Moderate 5/10
This occupation is a hybrid of physical fieldwork and digital data analysis. While AI and automation (like drones and remote sensors) are increasingly handling data collection and mapping, the role still requires significant physical presence for equipment maintenance, manual sample collection, and laboratory testing that cannot be fully digitized.
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Education & Requirements
Education Required
Associate's degree
10-Year Growth
+1% (Slower than average)
Hourly Rate
~$24/hr
Monthly Income
~$4,209/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)