How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Michigan?
$79,150a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Michigan. That is $38.05 an hour or $6,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.05
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,720Median: $79,150Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,720 | $28.23 | |
| 25th | $63,520 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $79,150 | $38.05 | |
| 75th | $92,600 | $44.52 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.12 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $79,010 |
| Lansing, MI | $63,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 15. North Dakota | $81,330 |
| 16. Illinois | $79,780 |
| 17. Vermont | $79,620 |
| 18. Michigan | $79,150 |
| 19. Montana | $78,850 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $78,540 |
| 21. Connecticut | $77,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $38.05 ($79,150 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $79,150 against $76,780 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Michigan rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Michigan ranks 18 of 47 states.
Which city in Michigan pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $79,010 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.