How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Virginia?
$72,340a year
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in Virginia. That is $34.78 an hour or $6,028 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.78
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,960Median: $72,340Highest 10%: $104,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,960 | $24.02 | |
| 25th | $59,440 | $28.58 | |
| Median | $72,340 | $34.78 | |
| 75th | $90,230 | $43.38 | |
| 90th | $104,900 | $50.44 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $104,300 |
| Richmond, VA | $79,220 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $72,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| 29. Tennessee | $73,570 |
| 30. New Hampshire | $73,560 |
| 31. Idaho | $73,360 |
| 32. Virginia | $72,340 |
| 33. Minnesota | $68,620 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $68,370 |
| 35. New Mexico | $68,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $34.78 ($72,340 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $72,340 against $76,780 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Virginia rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
Virginia ranks 32 of 47 states.
Which city in Virginia pays zoologist and wildlife biologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $104,300 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.