Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in District of Columbia
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in District of Columbia earn a median of $107,050 a year, +39% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $107,050
- vs. U.S. median
- +39% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,190; the top 10% earn over $161,470. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in District of Columbia
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $107,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,190 and the top 10% earn over $161,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 47 (+39% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.