How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Maryland?
$107,500a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Maryland. That is $51.68 an hour or $8,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.68
- Vs. national median
- +40%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,060Median: $107,500Highest 10%: $156,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,060 | $30.32 | |
| 25th | $74,130 | $35.64 | |
| Median | $107,500 | $51.68 | |
| 75th | $114,900 | $55.22 | |
| 90th | $156,800 | $75.36 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $104,300 |
| Baltimore, MD | $99,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 1. Maryland | $107,500 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $107,100 |
| 3. California | $98,530 |
| 4. Alaska | $90,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $51.68 ($107,500 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $107,500 against $76,780 nationally, 40% more.
Where does Maryland rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Maryland ranks 1 of 47 states.
Which city in Maryland pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $104,300 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.