Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Arizona
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Arizona earn a median of $66,880 a year, −13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $66,880
- vs. U.S. median
- −13% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 36 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,400; the top 10% earn over $96,100. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Arizona
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Arizona?
The median is $66,880 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,400 and the top 10% earn over $96,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 36 of 47 (−13% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.