Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,690 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $31.10
10th percentile $48,900
90th percentile $93,880
Employed locally 60
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,900
    25th
    $51,570
    50th (median)
    $64,690
    75th
    $81,110
    90th
    $93,880

    Top-paying metros for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $122,170
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $121,890
    Gulfport-Biloxi, MS $113,030
    Salem, OR $98,110
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $97,810
    Rhode Island $97,050

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,720
    Biological Scientists, All Other $83,350
    Urban and Regional Planners $72,360
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,020
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $95,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Arizona is $31.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.53 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salaries?

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Arizona is 11.2% below the national median of $72,860. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Arizona?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $48,900 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,570.