Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Northwestern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $66,910 -8.2% vs national
Median hourly $32.17
10th percentile $59,950
90th percentile $89,860
Employed locally 30
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,950
    25th
    $64,310
    50th (median)
    $66,910
    75th
    $72,550
    90th
    $89,860

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Foresters$64,130
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$52,290
    Urban and Regional Planners$80,050
    Conservation Scientists$74,440
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$70,030
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$50,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Northwestern Wisconsin is $32.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.89 or more per hour.

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

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Northwestern Wisconsin is 8.2% 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 Northwestern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $59,950 per year in Northwestern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,310.