How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Indiana?
$54,670a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Indiana. That is $26.28 an hour or $4,556 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.28
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,180Median: $54,670Highest 10%: $76,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,180 | $21.24 | |
| 25th | $46,600 | $22.40 | |
| Median | $54,670 | $26.28 | |
| 75th | $66,080 | $31.77 | |
| 90th | $76,900 | $36.97 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $79,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 42. Oklahoma | $62,730 |
| 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 Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $26.28 ($54,670 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $54,670 against $76,780 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Indiana rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Indiana ranks 45 of 47 states.
Which city in Indiana pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $79,780 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.