How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Texas?
$49,100a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Texas. That is $23.61 an hour or $4,092 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.61
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,800Median: $49,100Highest 10%: $106,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,800 | $19.13 | |
| 25th | $42,820 | $20.59 | |
| Median | $49,100 | $23.61 | |
| 75th | $84,640 | $40.69 | |
| 90th | $106,000 | $50.97 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $73,280 |
| Dallas, TX | $49,100 |
| Houston, TX | $48,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 44. Nebraska | $57,890 |
| 45. Indiana | $54,670 |
| 46. Florida | $52,750 |
| 47. Texas | $49,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $23.61 ($49,100 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $49,100 against $76,780 nationally, 36% less.
Where does Texas rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Texas ranks 47 of 47 states.
Which city in Texas pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $73,280 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.