How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Kentucky?
$61,950a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Kentucky. That is $29.78 an hour or $5,163 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.78
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,960Median: $61,950Highest 10%: $83,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,960 | $22.58 | |
| 25th | $51,680 | $24.85 | |
| Median | $61,950 | $29.78 | |
| 75th | $75,780 | $36.43 | |
| 90th | $83,040 | $39.92 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 40. North Carolina | $64,620 |
| 41. South Carolina | $64,090 |
| 42. Oklahoma | $62,730 |
| 43. Kentucky | $61,950 |
| 44. Nebraska | $57,890 |
| 45. Indiana | $54,670 |
| 46. Florida | $52,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $29.78 ($61,950 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $61,950 against $76,780 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Kentucky ranks 43 of 47 states.
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.