How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $50.16 an hour or $8,694 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.16
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 97
- Jobs in the area
- 270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,890 | $36.00 | |
| 25th | $85,190 | $40.96 | |
| Median | $104,300 | $50.16 | |
| 75th | $142,500 | $68.50 | |
| 90th | $184,000 | $88.48 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for zoologist and wildlife biologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $171,600 |
| Physical Scientist | $171,000 |
| Astronomer | $156,800 |
| Economist | $156,800 |
| Political Scientist | $156,700 |
| Hydrologist | $152,700 |
| Chemist | $144,700 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $138,300 |
| Geoscientist | $132,600 |
| Psychologist | $129,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $50.16 ($104,300 a year).
Do zoologist and wildlife biologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $104,300 against $76,780 nationally, 36% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $107,100, so Washington pays 3% less.
Where does Washington rank for zoologist and wildlife biologist pay?
4 of 97 metro areas with data.
How much does a zoologist and wildlife biologist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $74,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $184,000 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.