Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Illinois
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Illinois earn a median of $79,780 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,780
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,690; the top 10% earn over $112,900. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Illinois
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Illinois?
The median is $79,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,690 and the top 10% earn over $112,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 47 (+4% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.