How much does a Fisheries Biologist make? The average Fisheries Biologist salary is $84,031 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $72,759 and $98,731. 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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Anchor QEA - San Francisco , CA
Title: Senior Fisheries Biologist Location: Washington and Oregon offices and/or California offices; remote work will be considered on a case-by-case basis Job Type: Regular Full-time What's the ...
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Berkeley or Davis, CA Stillwater Sciences seeks a highly motivated wildlife and fisheries biologist based in Berkeley or Davis (CA) to play a key role in construction monitoring and environmental ...
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Chickaloon Native Village - Palmer , AK
Fisheries Biologist I, II Department: Environmental Stewardship Department Mission: Helping Our Citizens to Thrive What We Offer: A full-time, year-round position, with a competitive pay structure ...
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Saltwater Inc - Boise , ID
At Saltwater Inc., we believe that high-quality data is vital to the health of our fisheries and ... Saltwater is currently recruiting for a Fish Biologist / Natural Resource Specialist to provide ...
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Muckleshoot Indian Tribe - Auburn , WA
EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION A Master's Degree in Fisheries Biology, Fisheries Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field, from an accredited college or university ...
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Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation - Toppenish , WA
-----Announcement # 2024-017 Issue Date: 03-22-24 Closing Date: 04-11-24 Fisheries Climate Change Biologist Fisheries Resource Management (FRM) Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Hourly Wage: $29.70 ...
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Fisheries Biologist Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Fisheries Biologist between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of February 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Fisheries Biologist in each city.
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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $105,038
Washington, DC $93,543
Miami, FL $81,553
Chicago, IL $88,644
Boston, MA $94,677
New York, NY $98,736
Dallas, TX $83,485
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What is the average salary for Fisheries Biologist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Fisheries Biologist in the United States. The base salary for Fisheries Biologist ranges from $72,759 to $98,731 with the average base salary of $84,031. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,482 to $100,308 with the average total cash compensation of $85,056.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $84,031 $72,759 - $98,731
Bonus $1,025 $723 - $1,577
Total Pay $85,056 $73,482 - $100,308
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What's the difference between Fisheries Biologists and Fisheries Biologist?
According to our latest salary estimation on February 26, 2024. The average salary of Fisheries Biologist is $84,031, and the average salary of Fisheries Biologists is $57,461. The average salary of Fisheries Biologists is lower than Fisheries Biologist. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
I am a Fisheries Biologist, which location’s salary is higher, Meridian, MS or Bergenfield, NJ?
Bergenfield, NJ typically sees higher pay than Meridian, MS for Fisheries Biologist. a Fisheries Biologist Salary in Bergenfield, NJ is $96,803 as of February 26, 2024; a Fisheries Biologist Salary in Meridian, MS is $74,485 as of February 26, 2024. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
Why does the salary of a Fisheries Biologist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Fisheries Biologist?
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Last Update: February 26, 2024