Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Tennessee
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Tennessee earn a median salary of $66,233 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -9.1% vs the national median of $72,860. An estimated 140 zoologists and wildlife biologists are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $58,650 to $75,230 depending on location.
$66,233
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$75,230
Highest paying metro
$58,650
Lowest paying metro
140
Employed in Tennessee
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Tennessee | $75,230 | $66,550 | $90,960 | 30 |
| Nashville, TN | $64,820 | $48,580 | $93,000 | 50 |
| Knoxville, TN | $58,650 | $47,990 | $64,050 | 60 |