Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Louisiana
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Louisiana earn a median of $87,460 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $87,460
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,400; the top 10% earn over $119,430. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Louisiana
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Louisiana?
The median is $87,460 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,400 and the top 10% earn over $119,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 47 (+14% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.