How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Florida?
$52,750a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Florida. That is $25.36 an hour or $4,396 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.36
- Vs. national median
- -31%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,900Median: $52,750Highest 10%: $97,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,900 | $19.18 | |
| 25th | $45,690 | $21.97 | |
| Median | $52,750 | $25.36 | |
| 75th | $65,170 | $31.33 | |
| 90th | $97,660 | $46.95 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Orlando, FL | $68,200 |
| Naples, FL | $57,240 |
| Gainesville, FL | $55,790 |
| Tampa, FL | $55,050 |
| Panama City, FL | $54,750 |
| Miami, FL | $53,230 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $52,060 |
| Lakeland, FL | $50,000 |
| Palm Bay, FL | $49,920 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $48,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 43. Kentucky | $61,950 |
| 44. Nebraska | $57,890 |
| 45. Indiana | $54,670 |
| 46. Florida | $52,750 |
| 47. Texas | $49,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $25.36 ($52,750 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $52,750 against $76,780 nationally, 31% less.
Where does Florida rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Florida ranks 46 of 47 states.
Which city in Florida pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL, with a median of $68,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.