How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Louisiana?
$87,460a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Louisiana. That is $42.05 an hour or $7,288 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.05
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,400Median: $87,460Highest 10%: $119,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,400 | $31.44 | |
| 25th | $73,920 | $35.54 | |
| Median | $87,460 | $42.05 | |
| 75th | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 90th | $119,400 | $57.42 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 3. California | $98,530 |
| 4. Alaska | $90,370 |
| 5. Mississippi | $88,710 |
| 6. Louisiana | $87,460 |
| 7. Oregon | $85,150 |
| 8. Hawaii | $84,910 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $84,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $42.05 ($87,460 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $87,460 against $76,780 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Louisiana ranks 6 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.