What are the main factors that influence a Zoologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Zoologist?

Zoologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Zoologist roles are District of Columbia $92,306, California $91,956, Massachusetts $90,730. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Zoologist roles make?

Salaries for Zoologist level roles vary by specialization: Zoologist Or Wildlife Biologist: $72,633.

Zoologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Zoologist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Zoologist in Delaware is $84,427 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Zoologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,047
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,148 to $104,119
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,236

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Zoologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,119	$8,677	$2,002	$50
Average	$84,427	$7,036	$1,624	$41
25th Percentile	$69,148	$5,762	$1,330	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Zoologist Salaries

A Zoologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Zoologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Zoologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,306.
California: $91,956.
Massachusetts: $90,730.

District of Columbia $92,306 California $91,956 Massachusetts $90,730 Washington $90,397 New Jersey $90,363 Alaska $90,247 Connecticut $89,096 New York $88,629

Hawaii $87,137 Rhode Island $86,437 Maryland $85,961 Minnesota $85,311 Colorado $85,061 Illinois $84,978 Oregon $84,661 Delaware $84,427

New Hampshire $84,281 Virginia $83,952 Pennsylvania $82,993 Nevada $82,510 North Dakota $82,352 Michigan $82,101 Wisconsin $82,010 Vermont $81,826

Texas $81,318 Maine $81,284 Arizona $81,234 Ohio $81,176 Georgia $80,409 Indiana $80,026 Wyoming $79,950 Utah $79,834

Iowa $79,784 Kansas $79,384 Louisiana $79,267 North Carolina $79,225 Missouri $79,209 Florida $78,883 Montana $78,708 Nebraska $78,542

Kentucky $78,450 South Carolina $78,116 Tennessee $77,908 Idaho $77,825 New Mexico $77,216 Oklahoma $77,083 Alabama $76,591 South Dakota $75,765

Arkansas $75,315 West Virginia $75,073 Mississippi $74,348

Top Paying Cities for Zoologists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $87,379
Little Creek: $86,570
Magnolia: $86,928

Lincoln, DE $87,379 Little Creek, DE $86,570 Magnolia, DE $86,928 Milford, DE $87,379 Marydel, DE $86,245 Millsboro, DE $87,379 Millville, DE $87,962 Milton, DE $87,379

Nassau, DE $87,379 Ocean View, DE $87,962 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,962 Seaford, DE $86,462 Selbyville, DE $87,962 Smyrna, DE $86,145 Viola, DE $86,928 Woodside, DE $86,678

Bear, DE $85,511 Newark, DE $85,545 Claymont, DE $85,611 Delaware City, DE $85,545 Hockessin, DE $85,611 Kirkwood, DE $85,545 Middletown, DE $85,970 Montchanin, DE $85,611

New Castle, DE $85,611 Odessa, DE $86,086 Port Penn, DE $85,311 Rockland, DE $85,611 Saint Georges, DE $85,545 Townsend, DE $85,961 Winterthur, DE $85,611 Lewes, DE $87,379

Wilmington, DE $85,611 Dover, DE $86,528 Dover Afb, DE $86,728 Bethany Beach, DE $87,962 Bethel, DE $86,462 Bridgeville, DE $87,379 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,620 Cheswold, DE $86,328

Clayton, DE $86,111 Dagsboro, DE $87,962 Delmar, DE $86,462 Ellendale, DE $87,379 Felton, DE $87,379 Fenwick Island, DE $87,962 Frankford, DE $87,962 Frederica, DE $87,379

Georgetown, DE $87,379 Greenwood, DE $87,379 Harbeson, DE $87,379 Harrington, DE $87,379 Hartly, DE $86,070 Houston, DE $87,379 Kenton, DE $86,111 Laurel, DE $86,462

Yorklyn, DE $85,611

Zoologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Zoologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$69,148

Average $84,427/year

$104,119

$5,762

Average $7,036/month

$8,677

$1,330

Average $1,624/week

$2,002

$33

Average $41/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,119	$8,677	$2,002	$50
Average	$84,427	$7,036	$1,624	$41
25th Percentile	$69,148	$5,762	$1,330	$33

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