Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Alaska
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Alaska earn a median of $90,370 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,370
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 650
Pay range in Alaska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,280; the top 10% earn over $126,920. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Alaska
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Alaska?
The median is $90,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,280 and the top 10% earn over $126,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alaska a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 47 (+18% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.