Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Ohio
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Ohio earn a median of $74,550 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $74,550
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 24 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,700; the top 10% earn over $108,930. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Ohio
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Ohio?
The median is $74,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,700 and the top 10% earn over $108,930. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 24 of 47 (−3% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.