How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Georgia?
$66,210a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Georgia. That is $31.83 an hour or $5,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.83
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,970Median: $66,210Highest 10%: $115,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,970 | $26.43 | |
| 25th | $56,920 | $27.37 | |
| Median | $66,210 | $31.83 | |
| 75th | $77,540 | $37.28 | |
| 90th | $115,200 | $55.36 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $66,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 35. New Mexico | $68,220 |
| 36. Arizona | $66,880 |
| 37. Kansas | $66,440 |
| 38. Georgia | $66,210 |
| 39. South Dakota | $65,890 |
| 40. North Carolina | $64,620 |
| 41. South Carolina | $64,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $31.83 ($66,210 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $66,210 against $76,780 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Georgia rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Georgia ranks 38 of 47 states.
Which city in Georgia pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $66,770 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.