Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $62,490 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.05
10th percentile $51,570
90th percentile $72,710
Employed locally 110
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,570
    25th
    $57,450
    50th (median)
    $62,490
    75th
    $70,080
    90th
    $72,710

    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

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    Urban and Regional Planners $89,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Kansas is $30.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Kansas is 14.2% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $51,570 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,450.