How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in North Carolina?
$64,620a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in North Carolina. That is $31.07 an hour or $5,385 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.07
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,370Median: $64,620Highest 10%: $122,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,370 | $23.25 | |
| 25th | $56,470 | $27.15 | |
| Median | $64,620 | $31.07 | |
| 75th | $81,330 | $39.10 | |
| 90th | $122,100 | $58.71 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $80,360 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $72,760 |
| Raleigh, NC | $65,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 37. Kansas | $66,440 |
| 38. Georgia | $66,210 |
| 39. South Dakota | $65,890 |
| 40. North Carolina | $64,620 |
| 41. South Carolina | $64,090 |
| 42. Oklahoma | $62,730 |
| 43. Kentucky | $61,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $31.07 ($64,620 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $64,620 against $76,780 nationally, 16% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
North Carolina ranks 40 of 47 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $80,360 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.