How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Providence?
$97,040a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $46.65 an hour or $8,087 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.65
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 97
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,340Median: $97,040Highest 10%: $119,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,340 | $31.89 | |
| 25th | $78,380 | $37.68 | |
| Median | $97,040 | $46.65 | |
| 75th | $107,700 | $51.78 | |
| 90th | $119,800 | $57.57 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Scientist | $180,500 |
| Physicist | $155,200 |
| Psychologist | $131,300 |
| Geoscientist | $120,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $108,900 |
| Medical Scientist | $106,700 |
| Epidemiologist | $105,900 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,800 |
| Chemist | $100,700 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $46.65 ($97,040 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $97,040 against $76,780 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Providence rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
8 of 97 metro areas with data.
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $66,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $119,800 or more.
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.