Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Biologist/Ecologist make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Biologist/Ecologist in the United States is $58,163 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Associate Biologist/Ecologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,239
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,023 to $63,437
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,344
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Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $63,437 $5,286 $1,220 $30
Average $58,163 $4,847 $1,119 $28
25th Percentile $53,023 $4,419 $1,020 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salaries

An Associate Biologist/Ecologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Biologist/Ecologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,064
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $63,550
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,481
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,397
  • Expert (over 8 years): $112,068
Levels Salary
Associate... Level Associate Biologist/Ecologist$57,064
Fraud Pre... Level Associate Biologist/Ecologist$63,550
Fraud Pre... Level Associate Biologist/Ecologist$85,481
Fraud Pre... Level Associate Biologist/Ecologist$67,397
Fraud Pre... Level Associate Biologist/Ecologist$112,068
$57,064 0 yr
$63,550 < 2 yrs
$85,481 2-4 yrs
$67,397 5-8 yrs
$112,068 > 8 yrs
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How Do Associate Biologist/Ecologist 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 Associate Biologist/Ecologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,398.
  • California: $64,154.
  • Massachusetts: $63,299.

Top Paying Cities for Associate Biologist/Ecologists

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:

  • San Jose: $73,361
  • San Francisco: $72,558
  • Oakland: $71,029

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Biologist/Ecologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.64% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Retail Management (Mentioned in 2.65% Job Postings): Refers to the process of helping customers find products in your store, It includes everything from increasing your customer pool to how products are presented, and how you fulfill a customer's needs
  • Product Pricing (Mentioned in 1.39% Job Postings): The Product pricing is a process that entails the translation of product value into quantitative terms.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.64%
Retail Management 2.65%
Product Pricing 1.39%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Associate Biologist/Ecologist's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 38%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 27%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$80,265
38%
Commitment
$73,867
27%
Initiative
$70,959
22%
Scheduling
$70,377
21%
Communicates Effectively
$68,632
18%
Project Management
$68,051
17%
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How Education impacts an Associate Biologist/Ecologist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Biologist/Ecologists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Biologist/Ecologist with a Associate's Degree is between $50,218 and $53,957).

Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Biologist/Ecologist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.9%
High School 5.9%
Associates 17.6%
Bachelors 41.2%
Masters 35.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Associate Biologist/Ecologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Biologist/Ecologist'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Associate Biologist/Ecologist

Salaries for an Associate Biologist/Ecologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $51,416 in 2023 to around $50,543 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Biologist/Ecologist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Associate Biologist/Ecologist Over Time

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