Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $60,360 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.02
10th percentile $40,130
90th percentile $77,240
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,130
    25th
    $49,270
    50th (median)
    $60,360
    75th
    $60,650
    90th
    $77,240

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary vs area income 82% Median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary is 18% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $122,170
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $79,670
    Reno, NV $79,160
    Jacksonville, FL $45,760

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $103,010
    Forensic Science Technicians $76,540
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $60,380
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,870
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $85,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Las Vegas, NV is $29.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Las Vegas, NV is 17.2% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $40,130 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,270.