Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,540 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $32.95
10th percentile $60,900
90th percentile $93,120
Employed locally 30
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,900
    25th
    $63,830
    50th (median)
    $68,540
    75th
    $83,200
    90th
    $93,120

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians$43,060
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$46,010
    Astronomers$103,470
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$56,490
    Biological Scientists, All Other$90,700
    Conservation Scientists$82,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Hawaii / Kauai is $32.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.77 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salaries?

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 5.9% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $60,900 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,830.