How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Montana?
$78,850a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Montana. That is $37.91 an hour or $6,571 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.91
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,540Median: $78,850Highest 10%: $96,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,540 | $30.07 | |
| 25th | $65,130 | $31.31 | |
| Median | $78,850 | $37.91 | |
| 75th | $86,320 | $41.50 | |
| 90th | $96,100 | $46.20 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Helena, MT | $84,230 |
| Bozeman, MT | $83,230 |
| Missoula, MT | $73,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 16. Illinois | $79,780 |
| 17. Vermont | $79,620 |
| 18. Michigan | $79,150 |
| 19. Montana | $78,850 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $78,540 |
| 21. Connecticut | $77,300 |
| 22. Missouri | $76,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $37.91 ($78,850 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $78,850 against $76,780 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Montana rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Montana ranks 19 of 47 states.
Which city in Montana pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Helena, MT, with a median of $84,230 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.