Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • North Carolina
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in North Carolina earn a median salary of $61,290 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -15.9% vs the national median of $72,860. An estimated 260 zoologists and wildlife biologists are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $54,800 to $66,510 depending on location.
$61,290
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$66,510
Highest paying metro
$54,800
Lowest paying metro
260
Employed in North Carolina
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inZoologists and Wildlife Biologists salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham, NC | $66,510 | $60,190 | $95,750 | 50 |
| Eastern North Carolina | $62,740 | $60,380 | $85,840 | 90 |
| Western North Carolina | $62,740 | $56,020 | $65,320 | 30 |
| Raleigh, NC | $59,660 | $49,120 | $83,400 | 40 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $54,800 | $54,800 | $54,800 | 50 |