How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Tennessee?
$73,570a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Tennessee. That is $35.37 an hour or $6,131 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.37
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,840Median: $73,570Highest 10%: $99,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,840 | $24.44 | |
| 25th | $59,210 | $28.47 | |
| Median | $73,570 | $35.37 | |
| 75th | $87,730 | $42.18 | |
| 90th | $99,330 | $47.75 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $79,440 |
| Knoxville, TN | $62,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 26. Alabama | $74,290 |
| 27. Wyoming | $74,150 |
| 28. Utah | $73,920 |
| 29. Tennessee | $73,570 |
| 30. New Hampshire | $73,560 |
| 31. Idaho | $73,360 |
| 32. Virginia | $72,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $35.37 ($73,570 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $73,570 against $76,780 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Tennessee ranks 29 of 47 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $79,440 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.