Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Washington
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Washington earn an average of $91,970 a year. That is $8,950 (11%) more than the U.S. average of $83,020. The best-paying metro area is Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $105,140.
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Average pay for zoologists and wildlife biologists by metro area. Swipe to see all 9.
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Washington vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $83,020 | $39.91 |
| Washington | $91,970 | $44.22 |
| Oregon | $85,550 | $41.13 |
| Idaho | $75,200 | $36.15 |
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Average pay, Washington, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do zoologists and wildlife biologists make in Washington?
The average is $91,970 a year, and the median is $83,780. That is $8,950 (11%) more than the U.S. average of $83,020.
What is the hourly wage in Washington?
$44.22 an hour on average; the median is $40.28.
Where in Washington do they earn the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($105,140), followed by Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA ($95,240). The lowest average among 9 metro areas with data is Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA ($77,570).
How does Washington rank?
Washington ranks #7 of 47 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.