Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Mississippi
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Mississippi earn a median of $88,710 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $88,710
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range in Mississippi
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,610; the top 10% earn over $141,130. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Mississippi
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Mississippi?
The median is $88,710 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,610 and the top 10% earn over $141,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Mississippi a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 47 (+16% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.