Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Wisconsin
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Wisconsin earn a median of $68,370 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $68,370
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($76,780)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,950; the top 10% earn over $91,170. Nationally the range is $49,100 to $126,440.
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Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Wisconsin
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Wisconsin?
The median is $68,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,950 and the top 10% earn over $91,170. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for zoologists and wildlife biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 47 (−11% vs. the national median of $76,780). Living costs are not included.