Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Maryland
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Maryland earn a median of $107,500 a year, +40% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $107,500
- vs. U.S. median
- +40% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,060; the top 10% earn over $156,750. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Maryland
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Maryland?
The median is $107,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,060 and the top 10% earn over $156,750. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 47 (+40% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.