How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Salem?
$98,110a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $47.17 an hour or $8,176 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.17
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 97
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,640Median: $98,110Highest 10%: $113,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,640 | $27.71 | |
| 25th | $73,740 | $35.45 | |
| Median | $98,110 | $47.17 | |
| 75th | $108,000 | $51.91 | |
| 90th | $113,400 | $54.50 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| Portland, OR | $89,880 |
| Corvallis, OR | $85,150 |
| Bend, OR | $83,780 |
| Eugene, OR | $80,990 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $144,000 |
| Economist | $124,200 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $108,000 |
| School Psychologist | $99,290 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $98,050 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $95,680 |
| Conservation Scientist | $95,470 |
| Soil and Plant Scientist | $93,620 |
| Forester | $89,220 |
| Forest and Conservation Technician | $56,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $47.17 ($98,110 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $98,110 against $76,780 nationally, 28% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $85,150, so Salem pays 15% more.
Where does Salem rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
7 of 97 metro areas with data.
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $113,400 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.