Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Washington
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Washington earn a median of $83,780 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,780
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,840
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,070; the top 10% earn over $129,850. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Washington
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Washington?
The median is $83,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,070 and the top 10% earn over $129,850. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 47 (+9% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.