Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,040 +9.9% vs national
Median hourly $38.48
10th percentile $59,950
90th percentile $94,310
Employed locally 40
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,950
    25th
    $63,960
    50th (median)
    $80,040
    75th
    $89,860
    90th
    $94,310

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $55,810
    Foresters $61,210
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,270
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $58,260
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Northwestern Idaho is $38.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Northwestern Idaho is 9.9% above 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $59,950 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,960.