How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Oregon?
$85,150a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Oregon. That is $40.94 an hour or $7,096 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.94
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,640Median: $85,150Highest 10%: $113,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,640 | $26.27 | |
| 25th | $68,160 | $32.77 | |
| Median | $85,150 | $40.94 | |
| 75th | $98,110 | $47.17 | |
| 90th | $113,400 | $54.50 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $98,110 |
| Portland, OR | $89,880 |
| Corvallis, OR | $85,150 |
| Bend, OR | $83,780 |
| Medford, OR | $83,780 |
| Eugene, OR | $80,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 4. Alaska | $90,370 |
| 5. Mississippi | $88,710 |
| 6. Louisiana | $87,460 |
| 7. Oregon | $85,150 |
| 8. Hawaii | $84,910 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $84,350 |
| 10. Washington | $83,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $40.94 ($85,150 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $85,150 against $76,780 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Oregon rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Oregon ranks 7 of 47 states.
Which city in Oregon pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $98,110 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.