Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Pennsylvania
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Pennsylvania earn a median of $78,540 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,540
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,060; the top 10% earn over $113,920. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Pennsylvania
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $78,540 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,060 and the top 10% earn over $113,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 47 (+2% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.