Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Texas
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Texas earn a median of $49,100 a year, −36% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,100
- vs. U.S. median
- −36% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 47 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,800; the top 10% earn over $106,020. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Texas
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Texas?
The median is $49,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,800 and the top 10% earn over $106,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 47 of 47 (−36% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.