How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Mississippi?
$88,710a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Mississippi. That is $42.65 an hour or $7,393 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.65
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,610Median: $88,710Highest 10%: $141,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,610 | $25.29 | |
| 25th | $63,030 | $30.30 | |
| Median | $88,710 | $42.65 | |
| 75th | $115,200 | $55.39 | |
| 90th | $141,100 | $67.85 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $113,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 2. District of Columbia | $107,100 |
| 3. California | $98,530 |
| 4. Alaska | $90,370 |
| 5. Mississippi | $88,710 |
| 6. Louisiana | $87,460 |
| 7. Oregon | $85,150 |
| 8. Hawaii | $84,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $42.65 ($88,710 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $88,710 against $76,780 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Mississippi ranks 5 of 47 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $113,800 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.