Zoologist Salary in the United States

Zoologist Salary

How much does a Zoologist make in the United States? The average Zoologist salary in the United States is $77,519 as of December 27, 2022, but the range typically falls between $63,489 and $95,599. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Zoologist Salary	$50,716	US	December 27, 2022
25th Percentile Zoologist Salary	$63,489	US	December 27, 2022
50th Percentile Zoologist Salary	$77,519	US	December 27, 2022
75th Percentile Zoologist Salary	$95,599	US	December 27, 2022
90th Percentile Zoologist Salary	$112,059	US	December 27, 2022

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Job Description for Zoologist

Zoologist studies the structure, physiology, development, and classification of animals. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Zoologist is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Zoologist performs a variety of complicated tasks. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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What does a Zoologist do?

Zoologist in Sioux Falls, SD

Some zoologists work in laboratories, and others observe animals in their natural habitats.

November 26, 2019

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Zoologists are life scientists who study animals, observing them in the laboratory and in their natural habitat.

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Zoologist Pay Difference by Location

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.7%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -0.7%

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Zoologist in the United States. The base salary for Zoologist ranges from $63,489 to $95,599 with the average base salary of $77,519. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,467 to $95,599 with the average total cash compensation of $77,519.

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