How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Nevada?
$75,180a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Nevada. That is $36.14 an hour or $6,265 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.14
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,600Median: $75,180Highest 10%: $119,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,600 | $23.85 | |
| 25th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| Median | $75,180 | $36.14 | |
| 75th | $88,110 | $42.36 | |
| 90th | $119,100 | $57.25 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $79,160 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $63,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 20. Pennsylvania | $78,540 |
| 21. Connecticut | $77,300 |
| 22. Missouri | $76,400 |
| 23. Nevada | $75,180 |
| 24. Ohio | $74,550 |
| 25. Maine | $74,490 |
| 26. Alabama | $74,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $36.14 ($75,180 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $75,180 against $76,780 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Nevada rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Nevada ranks 23 of 47 states.
Which city in Nevada pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $79,160 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.