Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,300 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.47
10th percentile $49,440
90th percentile $86,030
Employed locally 110
National median $72,860

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,440
    25th
    $55,200
    50th (median)
    $61,300
    75th
    $79,640
    90th
    $86,030

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $60,880
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,250
    Conservation Scientists $56,510
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $49,050
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $35,760
    Social Science Research Assistants $52,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Southwest Maine is $29.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in Southwest Maine is 15.9% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (10th percentile) earn around $49,440 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,200.