How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Massachusetts?
$84,350a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Massachusetts. That is $40.55 an hour or $7,029 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.55
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,310Median: $84,350Highest 10%: $138,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,310 | $21.78 | |
| 25th | $67,710 | $32.55 | |
| Median | $84,350 | $40.55 | |
| 75th | $104,100 | $50.04 | |
| 90th | $138,900 | $66.80 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $97,040 |
| Worcester, MA | $93,930 |
| Boston, MA | $75,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 6. Louisiana | $87,460 |
| 7. Oregon | $85,150 |
| 8. Hawaii | $84,910 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $84,350 |
| 10. Washington | $83,780 |
| 11. Colorado | $83,300 |
| 12. New Jersey | $83,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.55 ($84,350 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $84,350 against $76,780 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9 of 47 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $97,040 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.